Why Make This Recipe
Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and spooky treat perfect for Halloween parties or family gatherings. They are easy to make, great for kids, and always bring smiles. With their green color, cute royal icing eyes, and fun sprinkle texture, they are not just tasty but also eye-catching. Making these treats is a great way to get into the Halloween spirit!
How to Make Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
Creating these delicious treats is a simple process that anyone can follow. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your very own Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats.
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
Directions
- Butter a 9″ x 13″ casserole dish.
- In a large pot over low-medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- Pour in the rice krispie cereal and use a spatula to stir until the cereal is fully coated with marshmallows.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and press down until the rice krispies fill the dish and the top is flat.
- Allow to set for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cooled rice krispie treats from the dish and cut into rectangles of various sizes.
- Place a bowl over a small pot of boiling water and add the green candy melts to it. Stir until melted. If the chocolate is too thick for dipping, add a teaspoon of vegetable shortening.
- Dip the top of each rice krispie treat into the green candy melts and then into the black jimmies sprinkles.
- Add two royal icing eyes on top.
- In a small bowl, melt the black candy melts in the microwave using 10 – 15 second increments.
- Pour the melted black candy melts into a piping bag and pipe stitches onto the treats.
- Allow to set completely before packaging.
How to Serve Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
These treats are great for serving at Halloween parties. You can place them on a platter for everyone to grab and enjoy. They also make excellent classroom snacks or treats for neighborhood kids.
How to Store Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
To store your Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats, place them in an airtight container. They can stay fresh for up to a week at room temperature. If you live in a humid area, it may be better to keep them in the fridge to keep them from getting sticky.
Tips to Make Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
- Be sure to press the rice krispie mixture firmly into the dish to help them hold their shape when cut.
- If you have trouble melting the candy melts, a double boiler method works well. Just make sure the bowl doesn’t touch the boiling water.
- For a fun twist, you can add food coloring to the melted white chocolate instead of using green candy melts for different colors.
Variation
You can change the colors of the candy melts to create different spooky characters. For example, using orange candy melts can make pumpkin treats. You can switch the sprinkles too; use Halloween-themed sprinkles for extra fun!
FAQs
1. Can I use regular marshmallows instead of mini marshmallows?
Yes, you can. Just use the same weight of regular marshmallows, and you may need to stir a bit longer to melt them completely.
2. How do I keep the treats from getting too hard?
Make sure not to overcook the marshmallows, and keep the treats covered to retain moisture.
3. Can I make these a day in advance?
Absolutely! These treats can be made a day ahead. Just store them properly in an airtight container until you’re ready to serve.
Frankenstein Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
Method
- Butter a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
- In a large pot over low-medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- Pour in the rice krispie cereal and stir until fully coated with marshmallows.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and press down until flat.
- Allow to set for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cooled treats from the dish and cut into rectangles.
- Place a bowl over boiling water and add green candy melts, stirring until melted. Add vegetable shortening if too thick.
- Dip the top of each treat into the green candy melts, then into black jimmies sprinkles.
- Add two royal icing eyes on top.
- Melt black candy melts in the microwave in 10-15 second increments.
- Pour melted black candy melts into a piping bag and pipe stitches onto the treats.
- Allow to set completely before packaging.
