Description
These Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats are a festive twist on the classic snack, combining the nostalgic flavors of marshmallow and cereal with seasonal pumpkin spice and creamy white chocolate topping. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a crunchy, sweet treat with a hint of warm spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 10 ounce bag marshmallows
- 1 box vanilla instant pudding mix (3.4 ounce)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice mix
- 5 cups rice krispies cereal
Topping
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- Sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9-inch square baking pan with foil or parchment paper. Grease the foil with butter using the butter wrapper to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted. Reduce the heat to low to avoid burning and continue stirring until smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla instant pudding mix and pumpkin pie spice, ensuring they are evenly incorporated into the marshmallow mixture.
- Combine with Cereal: Fold in the rice krispies cereal gently to evenly coat all the pieces without crushing.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a light touch to press the mixture into the pan evenly; avoid pressing too hard to keep the treats soft and chewy. Dampen your fingers with water to prevent sticking.
- Add the Topping: Spread the melted white chocolate chips evenly over the top of the pressed treats. Immediately sprinkle your choice of sprinkles over the chocolate before it sets.
- Set and Serve: Allow the treats to set at room temperature for about 1 hour until the chocolate topping firms. Once set, cut into 9 squares and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a light touch when pressing the treats into the pan; pressing too hard will dry out and harden the treats.
- Dampen your fingers with water to prevent the sticky mixture from adhering while pressing it into the pan.
- Greasing the pan with the butter wrapper adds just enough butter to prevent sticking without making the treats greasy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/9 of recipe)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
