Description
These Monster Rice Krispie Treats are a fun and colorful no-bake dessert perfect for Halloween or any playful occasion. Made with gooey marshmallows, crispy Rice Krispies cereal, and decorated with candy eyeballs and mini M&M’s, these treats bring a whimsical monster theme to your kitchen that kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Decoration and Color
- Green and purple food coloring (or colors of choice)
- ½ cup mini M&M’s
- ¼ cup candy eyeballs
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray and set it aside to make sure your treats don’t stick.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter, then add the mini marshmallows. Stir continuously until the marshmallows melt completely and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Vanilla and Color: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, then add a few drops of food coloring to tint the mixture to your desired monster color. Quickly stir to incorporate the color evenly.
- Mix with Cereal and M&M’s: Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the colored marshmallow mixture, stirring quickly to coat all the cereal evenly. Let the mixture cool for about one minute, then gently fold in the mini M&M’s for bursts of candy color and flavor.
- Shape the Treats: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Using a greased spatula or a piece of wax paper, press the mixture down firmly and evenly to form a flat layer.
- Add Candy Eyeballs: While the treats are still slightly warm and pliable, press the candy eyeballs into the top in clusters to create fun monster faces and eyes.
- Optional White Chocolate Drizzle: If desired, melt the white chocolate chips and drizzle over the top of the treats to add extra flair and texture.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the treats to cool completely at room temperature before cutting them into 12 squares for serving.
Notes
- Customize your monster treats by using different food coloring, sprinkles, or colored candy melts to match any theme or holiday.
- Using gloves or parchment paper when pressing the mixture helps prevent sticking to your hands or utensils.
- Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
