Ingredients
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- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Orange food coloring (optional)
- Candy corn and additional marshmallows for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice blend, and vanilla extract, ensuring they are well incorporated.
- If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring to achieve a pumpkin-like color. Mix well.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and gently fold in the crispy rice cereal until it is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Press the pumpkin-flavored Rice Krispie mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring an even layer.
- Allow the Pumpkin Rice Krispies to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.
- Optionally, use candy corn and additional marshmallows to create pumpkin shapes on top of the Rice Krispie layer.
- Once completely cooled and set, cut the Pumpkin Rice Krispies into squares or desired shapes.
- Serve and enjoy these delightful Pumpkin Rice Krispies, savoring the seasonal blend of pumpkin and spice in this fun and easy-to-make treat!
