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All dressed up and ready to go for fall, these pie-shaped pumpkin Rise Krispie treats are a fun twist on this classic dessert. A perfect finger-food sweet for fall parties or even an easy, hassle-free dessert for big holiday dinners!
What’s in pumpkin Rice Krispies treats?
To make your own festive pumpkin-pie-shaped treats for fall, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Rice Krispies cereal – The star of the show! A 12-ounce box should cover what you’ll need for this recipe.
- Marshmallows – A core ingredient of any Rice Krispies treat.
- Butter – Melted with the marshmallows for texture and flavor.
- Maple extract – Technically optional, but gives the “crust” of these treats a fall-themed flavor.
- Pumpkin pie spice – For giving the “filling” of these treats their namesake flavor.
How long are Rice Krispies treats good for?
Once prepared, Rice Krispies treats can be stored in a sealed container on the counter for up to one week.
Can you freeze these treats?
Yes, you totally can freeze Rice Krispies treats! Here’s how to do it:
- Wrap each bar individually in plastic wrap to prevent sticking and freezer burn.
- Place the wrapped bars in a freezer bag or airtight container.
- Rice Krispies treats can be frozen for up to 1-2 months.
Note: To thaw, simply leave them out at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving. They should return to their original texture and be ready to enjoy!
Notes & tips for pumpkin Rice Krispies treats
- When melting and mixing the “crust” and “filling” layers, be sure to work fast! The marshmallow can harden pretty fast.
- If you ever need to work the coated cereal with your hands, you can either wet your fingers with water or spray them with cooking spray to keep the mixture from sticking to your hands.
- Decorate these pumpkin pie treats with mini marshmallows, dash of whipped cream, caramel sauce, or marshmallow fluff!
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How to make pumpkin Rice Krispies treats
This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps. If you’re looking for the full recipe measurements and instructions, scroll down to Recipe Details.
Step 1 – In a large saucepan, toss in some of the butter and heat until completely melted. Add the marshmallows and maple extract, then mix until smooth.
Step 2 – Remove the saucepan from heat, pour in some of the Rice Krispies cereal, then mix well.
Step 3 – Add the Rice Krispies treat mixture to a parchment paper or aluminum foil lined 9-inch round cake pan. This batch will act as a “crust,” so it should only line the outside edge of the cake pan (roughly one inch thick) and leave the middle clear. Use another piece of parchment paper to gently press the mixture into the pan (not too hard) to create an even, uniform edge around the pan. Once done, set the pan aside.
Step 4 – In a large saucepan (you can use the same one as before) toss in the remaining butter and heat until completely melted. Add the remaining marshmallows, pumpkin pie spice, and a few drops of orange food coloring, then mix until smooth.
Step 5 – Remove the saucepan from heat, pour in the rest of the Rice Krispies cereal, then mix well.
Step 6 – Add the Rice Krispies treat mixture to the cake pan. This batch is the “pie filling,” so it should go in the middle of the pan, inside the “crust” ring that was created earlier. Press the “filling” into an even, uniform layer that completely fills the middle area within the “crust.”
Step 7 – Let set!
Step 8 – Serve and enjoy!
Pumpkin Rice Krispies Treats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup salted butter, divided
- 5 1/2 cups marshmallows, divided
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal, divided
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- orange food coloring
Instructions
- Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, extending pieces over sides for easy handling. Spray inside with cooking spray, then set aside.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter.1/4 cup salted butter
- Add 2 1/4 cups marshmallows, then stir until melted, about 3-5 minutes.5 1/2 cups marshmallows
- Add maple extract, then mix well.1 teaspoon maple extract
- Remove saucepan from heat. Add 3 cups Rice Krispies, then use a spatula to thoroughly mix and coat cereal.7 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Pour Rice Krispies treat mixture into prepared cake pan. This batch will act as a "crust," so it should only line outside edge of cake pan (roughly 1 inch thick) and leave middle clear. Use another piece of parchment paper to gently press mixture into pan (not too hard) to create an even, uniform edge around pan. Once done, set cake pan aside again.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons butter.1/4 cup salted butter
- Add remaining 3 1/4 cups marshmallows and pumpkin pie spice, then stir until melted, about 3-5 minutes.5 1/2 cups marshmallows, 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- Add 5-8 drops of orange food coloring, then mix well.orange food coloring
- Remove saucepan from heat. Add remaining 4 cups Rice Krispies, then use a spatula to thoroughly mix and coat cereal.7 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Pour Rice Krispies treat mixture into prepared cake pan. This batch serves as "pie filling," so it should go in middle of pan, inside "crust" ring that was created earlier. Press "filling" into an even, uniform layer that completely fills middle area within "crust."
- Let sit for at least 30 minutes or until set enough to cut.
- Lift Rice Krispies treat base out of cake pan by gripping excess paper/foil along sides, then transfer to a work area. Peel back paper/foil from edges, then cut into 8 slices (like a pie).
- Serve as desired.
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