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Spooky & Sweet Ghost Rice Krispie Treats


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful and festive Rice Krispie treats shaped like ghosts, perfect for Halloween celebrations.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 10 ounces marshmallows (or 40 large marshmallows)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • White chocolate or candy melts for coating
  • Black decorating gel or melted dark chocolate for faces
  • Optional: a tablespoon of browned butter, pinch of flaky sea salt, toasted coconut

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment and lightly butter the paper. Measure cereal into a large bowl.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat until it foams. Stir frequently.
  3. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and glossy. Mix in vanilla and salt.
  4. Pour marshmallow mixture over cereal and fold gently until coated.
  5. Transfer to the prepared pan and press evenly, then chill for 15–20 minutes.
  6. Cut out ghost shapes and dip in melted white chocolate.
  7. Decorate faces with black gel or chocolate.
  8. Allow to set and store in an airtight container with parchment in between.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, ensure the cereal is certified gluten-free. For less sugar, reduce marshmallows slightly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ghost
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Halloween, Rice Krispie Treats, dessert, kids, festive