Introduction

Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and festive twist on a classic favorite. Easy to make and perfect for parties, these treats are decorated to look like mummies, ghosts, and spider webs, bringing spooky charm to your dessert table.

The image shows square-shaped rice treats laid out on a brown parchment paper over a white marbled surface. Each treat has three main layers: a base layer of light beige crispy rice, a middle layer of colorful round and stick sprinkles in green, orange, purple, and black scattered inside the treat, and the top layer decorated with drizzled icing in three colors—white, black, and bright orange. Two candy eyeballs sit on one treat near the center, giving it a cute look. Colorful round sprinkles also spread around the treats on the surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1/4 cup butter
4 cups mini marshmallows
1 cup white candy melts (for mummies and ghosts)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for spider webs or ghosts)
1/4 cup Halloween sprinkles
2 tablespoons candy eyes (for mummies)
5 drops liquid food coloring (purple, orange, or black)

Instructions

Step 1: Pour 5 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into a large mixing bowl. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch pan with nonstick spray or butter and set aside.
Step 2: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Once melted, add 4 cups of mini marshmallows and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth, about 3–5 minutes. If desired, add 5 drops of purple, orange, or black food coloring now to give the mixture a spooky hue.
Step 3: Immediately pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the cereal. Stir with a rubber spatula until the cereal is evenly coated. If using Halloween sprinkles, fold them in at this stage.
Step 4: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Using a piece of wax or parchment paper, press the mixture evenly into the pan without pressing too hard to keep the treats light and chewy.
Step 5: Let the treats cool completely at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. For quicker cooling, refrigerate the pan for about 5 minutes.
Step 6: To decorate, use white candy melts to create mummy or ghost designs. For mummies, drizzle the white candy melts in a crisscross pattern and place two candy eyes on each square while the candy is still wet. For ghosts, spread melted white candy melts over each square and add two chocolate chips for eyes and one for the mouth. For spiderwebs, melt dark or milk chocolate and drizzle in a spiral pattern on top. Use a toothpick to drag lines outward to form a spiderweb design.

Tips & Variations

Use wax or parchment paper when pressing the mixture to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal from the pan.
Add candy eyes or other Halloween-themed candies for personalized decorations.
Use different food coloring shades or mix colors for a creative, spooky effect.
If you don’t have candy melts, white chocolate chips can be used as a substitute for decorating.

Storage

Store the Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them fresh longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week, but allow them to come to room temperature before serving. Avoid storing in humid areas to maintain their chewiness.

How to Serve

The image shows a group of square-shaped crispy treats on brown parchment paper placed on a white marbled surface. Each treat has a light golden-brown base made from crispy rice cereal, covered with thin drizzle layers of white, orange, and black icing in a random striped pattern. On top of each square, there are two small round candy eyes giving them a playful, mummy-like look. Sprinkles in green, purple, and orange colors are scattered both on the treats and around them, adding more color and texture. Small white marshmallows are also spread around the treats. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?

Yes, regular marshmallows will work fine. They may take a little longer to melt, so stir carefully to avoid burning.

How do I prevent the candy melts from clumping when decorating?

Melt candy melts slowly over low heat or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently. If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of vegetable oil or shortening to smooth it out.