Spooky Sweetness: Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats You Can’t Resist

As fall settles in, the air fills with the scent of cinnamon and roasted pumpkins. It’s the perfect time to indulge in a twist on a classic treat that’s both fun and seasonal. These Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats are more than just sweet—they’re a playful nod to the holiday’s spirit, with a dash of nostalgia.

What makes these treats special isn’t just their festive look, but how seamlessly they come together in under 20 minutes. The aroma of melting marshmallows and butter mingles with pumpkin spice, filling your kitchen with fall magic. Kids and adults alike will love the burst of crunchy, gooey goodness that screams Halloween.

Halloween Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats

These treats are a festive variation of classic Rice Krispie Squares, incorporating pumpkin spice and a seasonal pumpkin flavor. They are made by melting marshmallows and butter together, mixing in cereal and pumpkin, then pressing the mixture into a pan for a crunchy, gooey final texture with a playful Halloween appearance.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 12

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups marshmallows mini marshmallows work well
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger blend
• 5 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin unsweetened preferred

Equipment

• Large saucepan
• Cooking spatula
• 8×8 inch baking pan
• Parchment paper or silicone mat

Method

 

1. Line your baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside. Measure out all ingredients so you’re ready to go.
2. Bring a large saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter, listening for it to sizzle softly as it melts completely.
3. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring continuously until they melt into a smooth, glossy mixture. The smell of sweet, toasted marshmallows will fill the air.
4. Stir in the pumpkin spice and canned pumpkin until well combined, creating a fragrant, orange-tinted sauce that coats the marshmallow mixture.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately pour in the Rice Krispies, folding gently with a spatula until all the cereal is coated with the pumpkin-spiced marshmallow mixture.
6. Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan, pressing down firmly with a spatula or wax paper to evenly distribute and create a compact layer. The mixture should be sticky but manageable.
7. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, until they set firm and become easier to cut.
8. Once cooled, lift the treats from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into fun Halloween shapes or squares with a sharp knife.
9. Arrange the cut treats on a serving platter and enjoy their crunchy, gooey texture, enhanced by seasonal pumpkin and spice aromas.

Decorating these treats with some orange and black sprinkles or mini candy corn makes them Instagram-worthy haunted snacks. They’re great for classroom parties, family get-togethers, or just a cozy evening of spooky baking. Plus, they’re so simple, you can let kids take the reins and get creative with their own spooky designs.

When the season calls for something sweet yet playful, these pumpkin rice krispie treats hit the spot. Their comforting crunch and sweet pumpkin aroma are perfect for those chilly October nights. Happy haunting—and baking!