Spooky Halloween Rice Krispie Treat Brains
These Spooky Rice Krispie Brains are one of the best Gross Halloween Treats! A creepy twist on classic Rice Krispie treats, they’re tinted a ghoulish pinkish-gray, shaped into brains, and drizzled with bloody strawberry sauce. A fun, no-bake Halloween recipe that’s perfect for kids and parties!
Equipment
- Large pot For melting butter and marshmallows
- Greased spatula For mixing cereal
- Wax or parchment paper For cooling brains
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 drop each red and green food coloring
- Strawberry or raspberry dessert sauce, for "blood" drizzle
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Stir in salt. Add 1 drop red food coloring and 1 drop green food coloring to create a pinkish-gray brain color.
- Stir in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Let mixture cool for 2–3 minutes. Grease hands, then shape mixture into palm-sized ovals. Use a greased knife handle or finger to press a crease down the center.
- Place on wax or parchment paper. Drizzle with strawberry or raspberry sauce to look like blood.
- Allow to cool and firm for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For the most realistic look, use just a tiny drop of red and green food coloring to tint the marshmallow base. Too much will make the color muddy.