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Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins with Halloween decorations
ChefMaster Emily

Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins

These Rice Krispie Treat Pumpkins are festive, no-bake Halloween snacks that are fun to make and delicious to eat. With gooey marshmallows, crispy cereal, and cute decorations like Tootsie Roll stems and green M&Ms, they’re perfect for parties, school snacks, or any spooky celebration!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pumpkins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Treat Base
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • a few drops orange food coloring
Decoration
  • 12 Tootsie Rolls or pretzel sticks for stems
  • 12 green M&Ms or green icing for leaves

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Spoon
  • Baking Sheet
  • Nonstick Spray

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in orange food coloring until evenly tinted, then fold in the Rice Krispies until fully coated.
  3. Let cool slightly. Grease your hands and form the mixture into pumpkin-sized balls. Insert a Tootsie Roll or pretzel stick in the center of each for a stem.
  4. Decorate with green M&Ms or pipe on icing to resemble leaves or vines. Let set for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

These can be made ahead and stored for up to 3 days. For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla to the marshmallow mixture. Freeze if needed, and thaw at room temperature before serving.