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Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats with Edible Glitter

This recipe combines classic Rice Krispie treats with pumpkin spice flavors, shaped into miniature pumpkins. The treats have a crispy, sticky texture with a festive appearance, enhanced by a sprinkle of edible glitter for a sparkling finish. The process involves melting marshmallows with butter and mixing in spices and cereal, then shaping and decorating for a fun fall dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 6 cups rice cereal (e.g., Rice Krispies)
  • Optional edible glitter for decoration

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Rubber spatula
  • Pumpkin-shaped silicone mold or freehand shaping tools
  • Baking sheet or plate
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wax paper or parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Grease your pumpkin-shaped mold or prepare a surface with wax paper for shaping the treats into pumpkins.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until it begins to foam and smells nutty.
  3. Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth, with a bubbly, gooey consistency.
  4. Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in the ground cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until evenly combined and fragrant.
  5. Pour the rice cereal into the marshmallow mixture, folding gently with a spatula until the cereal is fully coated and the mixture is well combined.
  6. Transfer the hot mixture to your prepared mold or surface, using a spatula or lightly greased hands to press and pack the mixture into small pumpkin shapes, smoothing the surface.
  7. Allow the shaped treats to cool and set for about 15 minutes until firm and slightly sticky.
  8. Once cooled, decorate the pumpkins with a light dusting of edible glitter to add a sparkling, festive finish.
  9. Gently remove the pumpkin-shaped treats from the mold or carefully lift them from the surface, ready to serve and enjoy!