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Rice Krispie Pumpkins

Rice Krispie Pumpkins: Cute and Easy Halloween Treats

These Rice Krispie Pumpkins are a delightful Halloween treat that combines gooey marshmallows with crunchy Rice Krispies for a fun and festive snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Desserts
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter unsalted butter can be used
  • 6 cups mini marshmallows regular marshmallows are a substitute
  • 5-6 drops orange gel food coloring liquid food coloring can be used but is less vibrant
  • 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal other puffed rice cereals can be used
For the Decoration
  • half Tootsie rolls for pumpkin stems
  • as needed green frosting any green icing can be used

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • piping bag or small spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Rice Krispie Pumpkins
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Combine mini marshmallows and orange gel food coloring with the melted butter until smooth.
  3. Mix in Rice Krispies gently until evenly coated.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
  5. Shape the mixture into pumpkin-sized balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  6. Press half a Tootsie Roll into the top of each pumpkin ball as the stem.
  7. Decorate with green frosting around the base of each Tootsie Roll to mimic leaves.

Notes

These treats can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Use gloves for easier shaping.