Description
Delightfully sweet and festive Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats combine the classic gooey marshmallow rice cereal base with colorful candy corn pieces, perfect for Halloween or any fun occasion. These treats are easy to make on the stovetop and set into a chewy, crispy dessert everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 ½ tablespoons salted butter
- 16 ounces mini marshmallows (a 16 ounce bag)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup candy corn candy
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier cleanup. Set aside.
- Melt butter and marshmallows: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt 4 ½ tablespoons of salted butter. Add the 16 ounces of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Add vanilla extract: Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, then remove the pot from heat immediately to prevent burning.
- Combine cereal and candy: Quickly add 6 cups of crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture, stirring until well coated. Just before finishing, fold in 1 cup of candy corn pieces evenly throughout.
- Set the mixture: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and gently press it down evenly using dampened hands to avoid sticking. Do not press too hard to keep the treats soft and chewy.
- Allow to set: Let the treats cool and set in the pan for about 1 hour at room temperature before cutting into squares or desired shapes to serve. Enjoy!
- Storage: Store any leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigeration is not necessary.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to line the baking dish to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor; omit if unavailable.
- Dampen your hands with water when pressing the mixture into the pan to avoid sticking.
- For extra gooey treats, increase the amount of marshmallows.
- Gently pat the mixture into the pan without pressing too firmly for a soft, chewy texture instead of hard and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1/16th of recipe)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
