Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats
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It’s the time of year for Halloween parties! Are you ready to elevate your dessert table to the next level? Look no further than these delightful Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats!
Perfectly capturing the look of everyone’s favorite Halloween candy, these crispy, chewy, and delicious candy corn treats are not only easy to make but also a festive addition to any spooky gathering.
This is one of our easy Halloween Treats you will want to bookmark for later.
In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to create these eye-catching crispy treats. Get ready to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy Recipe – These Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats are a breeze to make, even for novice bakers.
- Festive Halloween Treat – Celebrate the Halloween season with these candy corn-inspired treats that will add a pop of color to your party.
- Deliciously Sweet – A combination of marshmallows and crispy rice cereal ensures a sweet, chewy, and crispy texture that’s simply irresistible.
- Customizable – You can add candy corn or other candies for an extra layer of flavor.
- Eye-Catching – These treats mimic the vibrant colors of candy corn, making them a visually appealing addition to your dessert table.
Ingredients for Candy Corn Rice Krispies Treats
- Butter
- Miniature marshmallows
- Rice Krispies cereal
- Orange food coloring (gel)
- Yellow food coloring (gel)
- Orange/black straws for handling (optional)
Equipment and kitchen tools
- Springform pan
How to make candy corn rice krispy treats
In a large pot, melt butter.
Once melted, stir in marshmallows, and cook over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted.
Remove from the heat and stir in rice krispies cereal, mixing until well combined.
Place half of the marshmallow/cereal mixture into a large mixing bowl.
Add yellow gel coloring, and use a cake spatula to fold the color into the mixture. This will take a few minutes to get the color distributed evenly.
Spray your springform pan with non—stick spray.
Spoon the yellow rice krispie treat mixture around the outside edge of your prepared pan.
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Use a piece of parchment paper over your and press the mixture evenly around the edge of the pan, creating about a 1 ½ by 1-inch high border.
Take the remaining mixture and divide it in half again.
To one-half of the mixture, add the orange gel coloring. Use the same method to fold the color into the mixture until well distributed.
Spoon the orange mixture around the edge of the yellow, and use the parchment paper and your hand to press the mixture into another circle, about 1 ½ x 1 inch high.
Take the remaining krispie mixture and press it into the middle, filling the rest of the space. If you have too much mixture left, you can discard (or eat) any remaining mixture you don’t use.
Allow the mixture to sit in the springform pan for about an hour to set, then remove the outer rim and move it to a cutting board.
Use a large knife to cut the mixture into 8 triangles. We cut the whole thing in half, then in half again, then each piece in half again.
Add straws for easy handling, if desired.
Timesaving Tips for the Best Results
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that the butter and marshmallows are at room temperature for smoother melting.
- Airtight Container: Store your Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Non-Stick Spray: Grease your pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. You can also use a little butter instead of spray. It makes for easier clean up,
- Parchment Paper: Use parchment paper or waxed to press and shape the layers easily.
- Candy Additions: Experiment by adding real candy corn or other candies between the layers.
- Vibrant Color: Add extra color or other color combinations to experiment with these fun treats.
Substitutions and Variations
- Chocolate: Add melted white chocolate chips or drizzle dark chocolate over the top for a decadent twist.
- Flavor: Incorporate a touch of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Candy Corn Marshmallows: Look out for candy corn-flavored marshmallows for a burst of authentic candy corn flavor. You could also add extra marshmallows!
- Variations: Get creative by using different colors for a unique twist.
- Fun Shapes: Use a Halloween themed cookie cutter to cut the Halloween rice krispie treats into other fun shapes. Perfect for a Halloween party!
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Get creative and customize your Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats with different colors to match the occasion or your personal preferences.
Store these treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. There’s no need to refrigerate them.
Certainly! You can prepare these treats a day or two ahead of your Halloween party to save time.
While classic Rice Krispie cereal is the classic choice, you can experiment with other crispy rice cereals for a unique twist.
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Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- round springform pan
- Orange/black straws for the treats
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 6 cups miniature marshmallows
- 6 cups rice Krispies cereal
- 1-2 tsp. Orange gel food coloring
- 1-2 tsp. Yellow gel food coloring
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter.
- Once melted, stir in marshmallows, and cook over medium heat, until the marshmallows are melted.
- Remove from the heat and stir in rice krispies cereal, mixing until well combined.
- Place half of the marshmallow/cereal mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add yellow gel coloring, and use a cake spatula to fold the color into the mixture. This will take a few minutes to get the color distributed evenly.
- Spray your springform pan with non-stick spray.
- Spoon the yellow rice krispie treat mixture around the outside edge of your pan.
- Use a piece of parchment paper over your and and press the mixture evenly around the edge of the pan, creating about a 1 ½ by 1 inch high border.
- Take the remaining mixture and divide it in half again.
- To one half of the mixture, add the orange gel coloring. Use the same method to fold the color into the mixture until well distributed.
- Spoon the orange mixture around the edge of the yellow, and use the parchment paper and your hand to press the mixture into another circle, about 1 ½ x 1 inch high.
- Take the remaining krispie mixture and press it into the middle, filling the rest of the space. If you have too much mixture left you can discard (or eat) any remaining mixture you don’t use.
- Allow the mixture to sit in the springform pan for about an hour to set, then remove the outer rim and move it to a cutting board. Use a large knife to cut the mixture into 8 triangles. We cut the whole thing in half, then in half again, then each piece in half again.
- Add straws for easy handling, if desired.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that the butter and marshmallows are at room temperature for smoother melting.
- Airtight Container: Store your Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Non-Stick Spray: Grease your pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. You can also use a little butter instead of spray. It makes for easier clean up,
- Parchment Paper: Use parchment paper or waxed to press and shape the layers easily.
- Candy Additions: Experiment by adding real candy corn or other candies between the layers.
- Vibrant Color: Add extra color or other color combinations to experiment with these fun treats.
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I’m in love! I have a recipe like this but it’s for watermelon and summer. I love this fall version of rice krispies yumminess.
OMGSH, these are ADORABLE, Raquel!!
We will be featuring you starting Wednesday at the Creative Crafts Linky Party! Pinned and shared!
Creatively, Beth