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Modified: Oct 9, 2024 · Published: Oct 4, 2021 by LaKita · This post may contain affiliate links.

Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

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Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats are a sweet, gooey, and crispy Halloween inspired treat that is fun and delicious. Make a batch to share with the whole family!

This recipe is inspired by the gooey and delicious Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats. If you need a simple dinner that also fits the Halloween theme, then be sure to try making a simple and cheesy French Bread Mummy Pizza.

pumpkin rice krispie treats on rectangle platter and marble surface.

I know it may be a little early, but I want to share with you a Halloween inspired recipe so that you will have it ready when the time comes. These pumpkin-shaped rice krispie treats are so cute, gooey, and sweet. They make enough to share with a small group and come together quickly with just a few ingredients.

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Ingredient Notes

ingredients needed to make pumpkin shaped rice krispie treats
  1. Butter - Try to use salted butter, but if you only have unsalted butter available, then you may use that instead.
  2. Marshmallows - A 10 ounce bag of mini marshmallows is needed to make this recipe. Be sure that you use fresh soft marshmallows as they work the best and help make the treats ultra gooey.
  3. Orange food coloring - This ingredient can usually be found in the aisle at the grocery store with the spices and if you are unable to find orange food coloring then you can also mix together equal parts red and yellow food coloring instead.
  4. Rice krispies cereal - Also known as crispy rice cereal. Use any brand of crispy rice cereal that you prefer.
  5. Rolo candy - To make the stem of our pumpkin, use regular or mini chocolate Rolo candy. You may also use Tootsie Rolls instead.
  6. Green icing - You should be able to find a pre-made tube of green icing in the aisle at th grocery store with the baking goods. This is what will help to give our pumpkins their leaves.

Instructions

Using a large pot, over medium-low heat, add the butter and stir until it has melted. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until they have completely melted.

overhead view of marshmallows added to large pot

Add in the orange food coloring and stir until combined.

melted marshmallows, butter, and orange food coloring in pot with wooden spoon.

Carefully remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in the rice krispies cereal. Continue stirring until the cereal is well coated in the marshmallow mixture. If more food coloring is needed, then feel free to add more at this point.

Wash your hands and spray them with cooking spray. Divide the mixture into six even amounts/sections. Roll each section into a pumpkin-shaped ball. Place into a dish and allow the treat balls to cool completely.

rice krispie treat mixture rolled into orange balls in white baking dish

Using a small knife (like a paring knife) cut a small circle into the top of each treat ball and add the chocolate candy to the top. Press to reform the pumpkin shape.

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close up side view pumpkin shaped rice krispie treat with chocolate in the top

Lastly using a tube of green frosting, make a couple of leaf shapes on the top, next to the chocolate.

pumpkin rice krispie treat on parchment paper

Serve and Enjoy!

finished pumpkin sharped rice krispie treats on marble surface

Equipment

This treat recipe is so simple that only a few items are needed to make it. You will need a large pot to combine all of the ingredients together. You will also need a dish to place the treats on to set before adding the candy and icing.

Storage

Store any leftovers uneaten rice krispie treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, if they last in your home that long. These treats do not have to be kept in the refrigerator.

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pumpkin shaped rice krispie treats on marble surface

Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

LaKita Anderson
Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats are a sweet, gooey, and crispy Halloween inspired treat that is fun and delicious. Make a batch to share with the whole family!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 6 drops orange food coloring
  • 4 cups rice krispies cereal
  • 6 pieces Rolo chocolate candy
  • green icing
  • cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Using a large pot, over medium-low heat, add the 3 tablespoons butter and stir until it has melted. Add the 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until they have completely melted.
  • Add in the 4 to 6 drops of orange food coloring and stir until combined.
  • Carefully remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in the 4 cups rice krispies cereal. Continue stirring until the cereal is well coated in the marshmallow mixture.
  • *If more food coloring is needed, then feel free to add more at this point.
  • Wash your hands and spray them with cooking spray. Divide the mixture into six even amounts/sections. Roll each section into a pumpkin-shaped ball. Place into a dish and allow the treat balls to cool completely.
  • Using a small knife (like a pairing knife) cut a small circle into the top of each treat ball and add the 6 pieces of chocolate candy to the top. Press to reform the pumpkin shape.
  • Lastly using a tube of green frosting, make a couple of leaf shapes on the top, next to the chocolate. Serve and Enjoy!
  • Store any leftovers uneaten rice krispie treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. These treats do not have to be kept in the refrigerator.
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 197mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 1424IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 6mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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Original post date 10/28/2013. Updated 10/01/2021. The photos shared below are from the original post.

child in kitchen making pumpkin rice krispie treats

More Halloween Themed Recipes

  • Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats
  • French Bread Mummy Pizza
  • Frozen Yogurt Freakshake
pumpkin shaped rice krispie treat with bite in it next to a finished one

Have any comments, questions, or other delicious ways to share these Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats? Please share them in the comments below!

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