These Monster Marshmallow Bars are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween. This Halloween-themed dessert idea combines crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and colorful candies to create a spooky yet delicious snack.
The recipe is simple and can be made in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick Halloween recipe that kids and adults will enjoy.
Easy Monster Marshmallow Bars for Halloween
These bars feature a chewy marshmallow base mixed with crispy rice cereal and decorated with candy eyes and chocolate for a monster-like appearance. The recipe yields about 12 bars and is perfect for parties or trick-or-treaters.
Ingredients
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 package (10 oz) marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Candy eyes for decoration
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Mix in Cereal: Remove from heat and add the crispy rice cereal, stirring until well coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Add Color: If desired, mix in a few drops of food coloring to create a fun color for the bars.
- Press into Pan: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and press the mixture evenly into the pan. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- Decorate: Once cooled, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bars and add candy eyes and sprinkles for decoration.
- Cut and Serve: Allow the chocolate to set, then cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your Monster Marshmallow Bars!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
