Description
Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats are a spooky, fun twist on the classic dessert, bringing gooey marshmallow goodness and vibrant colors to your Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1–2 tsp green food coloring
- 1 cup chocolate chips (for decoration)
- Candy eyes (for decoration)
Instructions
- Melt the Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely. Add the mini marshmallows and stir frequently until smooth and gooey.
- Color It Green: Once melted, stir in the green food coloring until you achieve your desired shade of Frankenstein green.
- Combine with Rice Krispies: Remove from heat and gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until thoroughly coated in the green marshmallow mixture.
- Shape Your Treats: While still warm, press the mixture into a greased baking dish. Shape into squares or use cookie cutters for fun shapes like Frankenstein's head.
- Decorate Your Monsters: Once cooled slightly, use melted chocolate chips to create hair on top of your treats. Add candy eyes for a whimsical touch.
- Slice & Serve: Cut into squares or desired shapes once fully cooled. Serve at your next gathering and watch them disappear quickly!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Consider adding sprinkles or alternative colors of melting chocolate during decoration for extra flair. Make sure to coat your hands with butter when shaping to prevent sticking. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.