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Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween Brains Recipe

Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween Brains Recipe
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Create spooky and delicious Marshmallow Rice Krispies Halloween Brains that are perfect for a fun and festive treat. These easy-to-make treats combine gooey marshmallows and crispy cereal, shaped and decorated to look like realistic Halloween brains, adding a creepy yet tasty element to your holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 tbsp Unsalted butter – creates smooth base
  • 6 cups Regular marshmallows – primary binding agent
  • 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal – texture foundation
  • ½ tsp Salt – enhances sweetness
  • Red food coloring – as needed to create brain effect

Instructions

  1. Prepare Bain-Marie: Fill a medium saucepan with ½ cup water and bring it to a gentle boil. Place a heatproof bowl over the saucepan ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water to create a bain-marie setup for slow melting.
  2. Melt Butter and Marshmallows: Add the unsalted butter and marshmallows to the heatproof bowl. Stir continuously with a whisk until the mixture melts completely and becomes smooth, glossy, and well combined.
  3. Add Salt and Coloring: Remove the bowl from heat. Whisk in ½ teaspoon salt and then add 2 to 3 drops of red food coloring. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the color and enhance the appearance of the ‘brain’.
  4. Combine with Cereal: Pour the marshmallow mixture over the Rice Krispies cereal in a large mixing bowl. Stir quickly but carefully to coat all the cereal evenly without crushing the flakes.
  5. Shape the Brains: Lightly oil your hands to prevent sticking. Take portions of the coated cereal mixture and shape them into oval forms resembling brains. Use a butter knife to carve a groove down the center to mimic the brain’s natural folds.
  6. Add Veins for Effect: Dip a toothpick in red food coloring and draw vein-like patterns on the brain shapes to create a realistic and spooky Halloween effect.

Notes

  • Use a light hand when mixing the cereal with the marshmallow mixture to keep the crispy texture.
  • Adjust the amount of red food coloring based on how vivid you want the brain effect to be.
  • Keep hands lightly oiled to make shaping easier and less sticky.
  • Store the finished brains in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
  • For extra detail, consider dusting the brains with a little cocoa powder to add depth and realism.

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Keywords: Halloween treats, spooky snacks, marshmallow treats, Rice Krispies brains, no-bake dessert

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