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Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains shaped like creepy pink brains, spooky party food idea for kids.
Callie Brooks

Halloween Treats Rice Krispies Brains

Chewy, creepy, and kid-friendly, these Rice Krispies brains are a Halloween party hit! Shaped into spooky mounds with raspberry drizzle, they're the perfect mix of sweet, fun, and fright — and easy enough for kids to help make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 brains
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 30 g butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 5 cups Rice Bubbles (Rice Krispies)
  • Few drops pink food coloring
  • raspberry sauce or red gel (optional, for drizzle)

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • parchment paper
  • serving tray or plate
  • toothpick (optional, for grooves)

Method
 

  1. Place a large saucepan over low heat and add the butter. Stir until melted.
  2. Stir in the mini marshmallows until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Mix in pink food coloring until desired color is reached.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the Rice Bubbles until well coated.
  5. Lightly grease your hands, scoop a handful, and shape into small brain-like mounds. Place on parchment paper.
  6. Drizzle raspberry sauce or red gel over the tops to create a gory effect.
  7. Let cool for about 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.8gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 18mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Grease your hands before shaping for mess-free molding. Customize colors for zombie or witch brains, and use a toothpick to add realistic grooves. These treats set quickly, so work fast while warm. Great for classroom parties, dessert boards, or Halloween giveaways!

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