
Brighten up your Halloween bash with these fun Candy Corn Rice Krispies treats. The colorful stripes of yellow and orange look just like candy corn, and they're topped with candy corn pieces, too. They're playful, sweet, and bound to grab everyone's attention at family get-togethers, fall parties, or anytime you want something a little extra special.
INGREDIENTS- Yellow food coloring: brings out that candy corn color
- Orange food coloring: colors that second layer
- Candy corn: 1 cup for decorating
- Rice Krispies cereal: 6 cups for the crispy crunch
- Mini marshmallows: one 10 oz bag for gooey sweetness
- Unsalted butter: 3 tbsp for melting it all together
- Step 8:
- Cut into squares and dig in—these colorful squares are ready to share!
- Step 7:
- Give the pan 30 minutes to rest so everything sets up nicely.
- Step 6:
- Stick the candy corn candies on top, pressing lightly so they don't fall off.
- Step 5:
- Layer the orange mix on top of the yellow in a greased 9x13 pan, then press down gently on both.
- Step 4:
- Split the mixture into two bowls. Mix yellow coloring into one bowl, orange into the other.
- Step 3:
- Take it off the heat. Quickly stir in the cereal so it's all coated.
- Step 2:
- Dump in the marshmallows and move them around till they’re smooth and melty.
- Step 1:
- Start by warming butter in a big pot on low, letting it melt gently.
- Let them chill on the counter in a covered container for up to 3 days.
- Room temp is best for eating so they stay soft and tasty.
- Press down firmly to keep those colorful layers sharp and the mix even.
- Stir a bit of vanilla into the melted marshmallow for an extra boost of flavor.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Try drizzling some white chocolate over everything before sticking on candy corn for extra sweetness.
With their bold look and sweet flavors, these bars are total crowd-pleasers. Both kids and adults love the gooey marshmallow with bits of candy corn throughout.
How to Make Ahead and StoreMake 'em up to a day early, then leave them at room temp in something airtight until serving time.
FAQsCan I use large marshmallows?
Yep! Just weigh out the same total amount as the minis.
Can I use another cereal?
Of course—you could swap in something like Cheerios or Corn Flakes for a twist.
Can I make these treats gluten-free?
Absolutely—just use gluten-free Rice Krispies and you're all set.
How can I make these treats softer?
Just add one more tablespoon of butter to the melted mix for extra softness.