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Candy Corn Rice Krispie

Candy Corn Rice Krispie treats are colorful, festive snacks layered with yellow, orange, and white to mimic the iconic Halloween candy. They're quick to make, fun to decorate, and always a hit at fall parties and spooky gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time And Decorating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Serving Size 12 People

Equipment

Ingredients

Base Layers:

  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal divided
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows divided (1⅓ cups per layer)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided (1 tbsp per layer)
  • Yellow food coloring a few drops
  • Orange food coloring a few drops

Toppings (Optional):

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup candy corn pieces

Instructions

  • Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or non-stick spray.

Make Yellow Layer:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over low heat.
  • Add 1⅓ cups mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
  • Add a few drops of yellow food coloring and mix until evenly tinted.
  • Stir in 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal until fully coated.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula.

Make Orange Layer:

  • In the same pan, melt another 1 tablespoon of butter over low heat.
  • Add 1⅓ cups mini marshmallows and stir until melted.
  • Mix in a few drops of orange food coloring.
  • Stir in 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal and mix until combined.
  • Gently press this layer on top of the yellow layer.

Make White Layer:

  • Melt the final tablespoon of butter and remaining 1⅓ cups marshmallows.
  • Skip the food coloring.
  • Stir in the last 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal.
  • Press the white layer evenly over the orange layer.

Cool and Decorate:

  • Let the layered Rice Krispie treat cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  • Optionally, melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the top.
  • Press candy corn pieces gently into the surface once cooled.

Slice and Serve:

  • Remove from the pan and slice into triangles or squares.
  • Serve and enjoy!