Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are a fun, no-fuss, allergen-friendly treat to bring the spooky spirit to life. With three different design options—mummies, ghosts, and spiderwebs—these treats are perfect for adding some festive flair to any Halloween party.
For even more fun with Rice Krispie treats you should check out our Lego Rice Krispie treats which look like little Lego bricks.
Why Our Recipe
- 3 different design options or get creative with your own!
- An easy treat to make for a Halloween party or a built-in fun activity for the kids.
Feel free to get creative with your own decoration ideas. As you can see, we went wild with ours with a combination of all sorts of Halloween fun. If using this as an activity for kids, set them up with a whole station of options for decorating and see what they come up with.
Ingredient Notes
- Rice Krispies Cereal: Any crispy rice cereal will work for this recipe including store brands or gluten-free versions.
- Butter: Salted or unsalted butter will work here. If you only have unsalted, you may want to add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Mini Marshmallows: Using mini marshmallows ensures they melt evenly and quickly. If you only have large marshmallows, use about 40 to equal the 4 cups needed, and cut them into smaller pieces for easier melting.
- Candy Melts: These can be found in the baking aisle or craft stores and are sold in a variety of colors. If you can’t find candy melts, white chocolate chips can be used in the same amount.
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: These add the perfect contrast for spider webs or ghost faces. You can swap them for milk or dark chocolate chips if that’s what you have on hand.
- Halloween Sprinkles: Go wild with your choices here! Halloween-themed sprinkles will add a festive touch, but any colored sprinkles will work.
- Candy Eyes: Typically found near the sprinkles in the baking aisle or in craft stores, these give the mummies and ghosts their signature look.
- Liquid Food Coloring: Choose purple, orange, or black to give your treats a spooky vibe.
Decorating Ideas
Mummy Treats: Use white candy melts to drizzle over the treats in a crisscross pattern and place two candy eyes for the mummy’s face.
Ghost Faces: Melt white chocolate and spread over the square treat. Use chocolate chips to make eyes and a mouth.
Spiderwebs: Melt dark or milk chocolate and drizzle in a spiral pattern, then use a toothpick to drag lines from the center outward, creating a web effect.
Storage Instructions
At Room Temperature: Store your Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make sure the container is sealed tightly to keep them fresh and chewy.
Freezing: For longer storage, freeze the treats. Cut them into squares and place them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze until solid, then transfer the squares to a resealable plastic freezer bag. Store frozen for up to 3 months. To enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
