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Pumpkin-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats

Delightful Pumpkin-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats for Fall Fun

These Pumpkin-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful seasonal treat perfect for Halloween and Thanksgiving festivities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 treats
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal Provides structure and crunch.
  • 3 tablespoons Salted butter Adds richness.
  • 10 ounces Mini marshmallows Main source of sweetness.
For the Color
  • few drops Orange gel food coloring Gives treats the pumpkin hue.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Pretzel rods Serve as crunchy 'stems'.
  • 1 cup Mini green Airheads or green fondant Craft the 'leaves'.
For Easy Handling
  • as needed Non-stick cooking spray Prevents sticking.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • 4-quart non-stick saucepan
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Plastic wrap
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Measure out 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal and pour them into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a non-stick saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of salted butter over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and a few drops of orange gel food coloring to the melted butter, stirring until smooth.
  4. Pour in the Rice Krispies cereal, folding gently until evenly coated.
  5. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then coat hands with non-stick spray and roll into 6 balls.
  6. Insert a pretzel rod into the top of each Rice Krispie ball to create the pumpkin stems.
  7. Shape mini green Airheads or fondant into leaves and attach to the pretzel stems.
  8. Store or serve as desired, keeping in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the mixture to cool for at least 5 minutes before shaping. Use a kitchen scale for uniform shapes.

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