Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains are the perfect creepy-crawly treat to make for your Halloween party.
Combining the gooey sweetness of marshmallows with the crunchy texture of puffed rice cereal, these brain-shaped snacks are not only fun to look at but also delicious to eat. With a little food coloring and creative detailing, they become a spooky centerpiece that will delight both kids and adults alike.
Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains: A Ghoulishly Fun Treat
Halloween is all about fun, spooky treats, and these brain-shaped snacks are sure to be a hit. The simple combination of marshmallows, butter, and puffed rice cereal makes for a quick and easy recipe that you can get creative with.
Customize the colors and add black icing details to create realistic brain fissures for a truly eerie effect. These treats are perfect for Halloween parties or as a fun project to do with the family.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Setting time: 15-20 minutes
Serving: Makes about 8-10 brains
Equipment: Large saucepan, wax paper, greased baking sheet
Recipe Title: Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains
Ingredients:
- 4 cups Rice Bubbles (Rice Krispies or similar puffed rice cereal)
- 1 package (10 oz) marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Red food coloring
- Green food coloring
- Black icing (for detailing)
Directions:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Divide the melted marshmallow mixture into two bowls.
- Add a few drops of red food coloring to one bowl and green food coloring to the other. Stir well until each mixture has a vibrant color.
- Stir 2 cups of Rice Bubbles into each bowl, mixing until the cereal is evenly coated with the colored marshmallow mixture.
- With buttered hands, take portions of the mixture and shape them into brain-like halves (you can make them large or small depending on your preference).
- Press two halves together to form a complete brain shape, making sure they adhere well.
- Place the shaped brains on a piece of wax paper or a greased baking sheet to set.
- Once the brains are set, use black icing to add details, such as brain fissures, to give them a more realistic look.
- Allow the brains to sit and firm up for 15-20 minutes before serving.
These Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains are a spooky, sweet treat that will add a touch of eerie fun to your Halloween festivities.
