Why Make This Recipe

Halloween Treats are a fun and easy way to celebrate the spooky season. They are perfect for parties, school events, or just a fun treat at home. These delightful treats are colorful, tasty, and can be decorated in many playful ways. Making them is a simple activity that kids and adults can enjoy together. Plus, they make a great gift to share with friends and family.

How to Make Halloween Treats

Ingredients:

1 cup rice cereal
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/4 cup butter
Food coloring (orange and black)
Candy corn or gummy worms (for decoration)
Chocolate or white chocolate (for drizzling)

Directions:

In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Remove from heat and add rice cereal. Mix until evenly coated.
Divide the mixture into two bowls. Use food coloring to tint one bowl orange and leave the other black.
Press the orange mixture into a greased pan and let it cool slightly.
Use the black mixture to create spooky shapes using cookie cutters.
Decorate with candy corn or gummy worms.
Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra touch.
Allow to set before serving.

How to Serve Halloween Treats

Serve your Halloween Treats on a festive platter or in colorful treat bags for easy distribution. They make a great centerpiece for your Halloween party table. Adding some spooky decorations nearby can really set the mood.

How to Store Halloween Treats

These treats can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer freshness, you can also keep them in the fridge, but be sure to allow them to come to room temperature before serving.

Tips to Make Halloween Treats

Make sure to coat your pan with enough grease so your treats don’t stick.
Use a sharp knife or spatula for easier cutting if you’re shaping them into squares instead of using cookie cutters.
Create a variety of shapes and colors to make your treats even more fun!

Variations

Feel free to mix things up! You can add chocolate chips or nuts into the rice cereal mixture. You can also try different types of candy for decoration, such as sprinkles or small chocolate candies.

FAQs

Can I make these treats ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these Halloween Treats a day or two in advance. Just store them properly in an airtight container.

Can I use different colors besides orange and black?

Absolutely! You can use any colors you like. Think about using purple or green for a fun Halloween twist!

What if I don’t have cookie cutters?

If you don’t have cookie cutters, you can simply use your hands to form spooky shapes or cut them into squares with a knife.

Halloween Treats

Print Recipe

Fun and colorful treats perfect for Halloween celebrations, easily made and decorated.

Author: kaoucheegmail-com
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 12 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup rice cereal
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/4 cup butter
Food coloring (orange and black)
Candy corn or gummy worms (for decoration)
Chocolate or white chocolate (for drizzling)

Instructions

In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Remove from heat and add rice cereal. Mix until evenly coated.
Divide the mixture into two bowls. Use food coloring to tint one bowl orange and leave the other black.
Press the orange mixture into a greased pan and let it cool slightly.
Use the black mixture to create spooky shapes using cookie cutters.
Decorate with candy corn or gummy worms.
Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra touch.
Allow to set before serving.

Notes

Make sure to coat your pan with enough grease so your treats don’t stick. Create a variety of shapes and colors to make them even more fun!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 treat
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg

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