Pumpkin Rice Krispies

"Orange" you glad you found this little gem of a recipe? Get excited for pumpkin season with these Rice Krispies treats - they are fun and easy-to-make.
All ingredients can be purchased at your local Harveys... and you'll be able to print a checklist at the end.



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Step 1 - Gather Ingredients

Rice Krispies
Marshmallows
Butter
Betty Crocker™ red and yellow food coloring
Brown and green M&Ms
Chocolate chips or chocolate cookie icing
Parchment paper

Step 2 - Prepare The Treats

Begin by getting out all the appropriate untensils and creating the Rice Krispy Treats, according to the directions on the box. (Or here: ricekrispies.com).

Add equal parts of the yellow and red food coloring gel to the melting marshmallow and tint the color to your liking - be sure to continue stirring to get the color just right. Once melted, add in the Rice Krispies and continue to stir until well-coated. Spatula the mixture onto parchment paper on the kitchen counter and attempt to spread out and flatten it. Allow to cool for a few minutes.

Step 3 - Cut, Shape and Decorate

Once cooled for 5-10 minutes, begin cutting the treats into squares (using a large knife). Use your hands to shape the squares into circular or ovoid shapes. Use the cookie icing or chocolate chips to create faces. Use the M&Ms to make the stems and eyes. (Try cutting them in halves to get your desired "looks" - scary, happy, etc.)

Step 4 - Final

These make fun place settings for your fall or Halloween dinner parties. It's a great project for kids to pitch in and help with too!