Unleash 1-Eyed Monster Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet Creation
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Make cute monster Rice Krispie treats. These gooey squares are easy to decorate with candy eyes and icing, perfect for a fun Halloween snack.
- Author: Elias Rodger
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 treats
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 bag (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
- Candy eyes (various sizes)
- Tube icing or melted white chocolate for attaching eyes
- Melt butter in a large pot over low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat.
- Divide the marshmallow mixture into separate bowls. Add a few drops of different gel food coloring to each bowl and stir until the color is even.
- Add Rice Krispies cereal to each colored marshmallow mixture, stirring until well coated.
- Press each colored mixture into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Use greased parchment paper or wax paper to press down firmly and evenly.
- Let cool completely.
- Cut the Rice Krispie treats into squares or monster shapes.
- Use a small amount of tube icing or melted white chocolate to attach candy eyes to each treat, creating monster faces.
- Let the icing set before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh marshmallows for the best gooey texture.
- For easier cleanup, grease your spatula or hands with butter or cooking spray before pressing the treats into the pan.
- Get creative with your monster shapes and colors.
- Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 200-250
- Sugar: 25-35g
- Sodium: 50-75mg
- Fat: 5-8g
- Saturated Fat: 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1-2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Fiber: 0-1g
- Protein: 1-2g
- Cholesterol: 10-15mg