Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Why Make This Recipe

What’s spookier than a classic Halloween treat? How about Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats! These little monsters are not only fun to make but also a total showstopper at any Halloween gathering. Seriously, who wouldn’t want to munch on a green, gooey, marshmallowy delight that looks like it just crawled out of a lab? 🎃

Plus, they’re super easy to whip up. You could impress your friends, entertain the kids, or just have a little spooky fun yourself. What’s not to love?

How to Make Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Let’s dive into the delicious chaos! This recipe will guide you step-by-step to create your very own Frankenstein-inspired treats. Grab your potato masher and your favorite Halloween playlist for some extra vibes!

1. Butter a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
2. In a large pot over low-medium heat, melt the butter.
3. Add the marshmallows and stir until you have a smooth, gooey mixture.
4. Pour in the Rice Krispie cereal and mix until each piece is completely coated.
5. Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and press down to flatten the top.
6. Let it set for 30 minutes. Go ahead, watch a Halloween episode while you wait! 👻
7. Cut the cooled treats into funky rectangles.
8. Melt the green candy melts. (Pro tip: if it’s too thick, add a teaspoon of vegetable shortening.)
9. Dip the top of each treat into the green melts and then into black jimmies sprinkles.
10. Stick on two royal icing eyes.
11. Melt the black candy melts and use a piping bag to create fun stitch designs.
12. Let everything set completely before packaging or serving!

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
• One 10 oz bag mini marshmallows
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 10 oz green candy melts
• 3 oz black candy melts
• Royal icing eyes
• Black jimmies sprinkles

How to Serve Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Serve these spooky treats on a festive platter or in a creepy cauldron for some extra flair. They make for a perfect addition to any Halloween party or movie night! Want to scare your friends? Go for the mix-and-match design by cutting the treats into different shapes and sizes. 🤪

How to Store Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Store your Frankenstein treats in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh and gooey for up to a week. If they last that long! Just don’t be surprised if you find yourself diving in for a quick snack now and then—trust me, they call out to you!

Tips to Make Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

• Use fresh marshmallows for the fluffiest texture.
• If you have kids helping, let them get creative with the designs!
• For the candy melts, remember to melt in short increments to avoid burning.
• You can easily make these gluten-free by using gluten-free rice cereal. 🙌

Variation

Want to jazz things up? Try adding some popping candy to your Rice Krispie mixture for a fun, fizzy surprise! Or switch up the colors and make a whole lineup of Halloween monsters. Vampire? Werewolf? The possibilities are endless!

FAQs

1. Can I make these treats in advance?
Absolutely! These are great to make a few days ahead of time. Just store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

2. What if I don’t have candy melts?
No problem! You can use melted chocolate as an alternative. Just drizzle it over the top instead of dipping.

3. Can I make these without royal icing eyes?
Yes, just skip the eyes or replace them with chocolate chips or even gummy candies. Get creative!

Now that you’re set to make these Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats, get ready to impress everyone with your spooky skills! Happy Halloween baking! 🧟‍♂️

Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Delightful and spooky Rice Krispie Treats decorated to look like Frankenstein, perfect for Halloween parties!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 treats

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the treats

• 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
• 10 oz mini marshmallows One bag
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

For the decoration

• 10 oz green candy melts
• 3 oz black candy melts
• 1 pack Royal icing eyes
• to taste black jimmies sprinkles

Method

 

Preparation

1. Butter a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
2. In a large pot over low-medium heat, melt the butter.
3. Add the marshmallows and stir until you have a smooth, gooey mixture.
4. Pour in the Rice Krispie cereal and mix until each piece is completely coated.
5. Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and press down to flatten the top.
6. Let it set for 30 minutes.
7. Cut the cooled treats into funky rectangles.

Decoration

1. Melt the green candy melts.
2. Dip the top of each treat into the green melts and then into black jimmies sprinkles.
3. Stick on two royal icing eyes.
4. Melt the black candy melts and use a piping bag to create fun stitch designs.
5. Let everything set completely before packaging or serving!

Notes

Use fresh marshmallows for the fluffiest texture. Melt candy melts in short increments to avoid burning. These can easily be made gluten-free by using gluten-free Rice Krispies.