What is Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween, and how does it work as brains?

Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween is a playful brain treat made without baking. I use familiar pantry stars to shape chewy brain bites with a dramatic red drizzle. It’s a no-fuss method perfect for busy days and a fun addition to Halloween desserts and Halloween recipes ideas.

Can I make this gluten-free or dairy-free?

Yes. You can make it gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps. Use certified gluten-free Rice Krispies, dairy-free butter, and vegan marshmallows. If you can't find red candy melts, red gel icing is a great stand-in. These swaps keep Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween friendly for families with dietary needs. Always check labels on candy melts for dairy-free status.

How should I store these brain treats, and how long do they keep?

Store these brain treats in an airtight container at room temperature for several hours. They stay soft and chewy best within 15 minutes of cooling; refrigerate to extend freshness if needed.

Can I drizzle with something other than red candy melts?

Drizzle options aren’t limited to red candy melts. Try tinted white chocolate, pink gel, or dark chocolate for contrast. You can also skip the drizzle for a milder Halloween dessert.

Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween 12 Easy Spooky Yummy.

Name: Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween 12 Easy Spooky Yummy.
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or similar puffed rice cereal); 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows; ½ tsp vanilla extract; Red candy melts or red gel icing (for ‘blood’ drizzle)

Description

Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween brain treats: Creepy, chewy Rice Krispies bites shaped like brains, finished with a red drizzle for a gory Halloween touch.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or similar puffed rice cereal)
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
½ tsp vanilla extract
Red candy melts or red gel icing (for ‘blood’ drizzle)

Instructions

In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
Stir in vanilla extract, then quickly fold in Rice Krispies cereal until fully coated.
While still warm, scoop handfuls of the mixture and shape them into rounded, brain-like forms.
Place on a parchment-lined tray and let cool for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
Melt red candy melts according to package instructions, then drizzle over the brains to create a spooky, gory effect.
Let set before serving or packaging.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature; they set best within 15 minutes but can be refrigerated to speed up setting.
If you don’t have red candy melts, use red gel icing for a similar effect.
For a more brain-like texture, you can lightly press the mixture into a shallow dish and score ridges before shaping into brain forms.
To make gluten-free, use certified gluten-free Rice Krispies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brain
Calories: 110
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 70 mg
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg

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