Description
These Chocolate Dipped Candy Corn Rice Crispy Treats are a festive and fun Halloween treat, combining classic crispy rice cereal and marshmallow squares with colorful chocolate coatings to resemble candy corn. Perfectly crunchy, sweet, and creamy, these treats are easy to make and a delightful seasonal snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 6 cups mini marshmallows
- 5 tbsp butter
- Orange gel coloring (a few drops)
Chocolate Coatings
- Dark chocolate candy coating (for dipping)
- White chocolate candy coating (for dipping)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until the marshmallows have melted into a smooth mixture. Stir in a few drops of orange gel coloring to tint the mixture, then remove the pot from the heat.
- Combine with Cereal: Quickly add the crispy rice cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture, stirring thoroughly until all the cereal is evenly coated with the orange mixture. Press the mixture firmly into a buttered 11×13″ baking dish to create an even layer.
- Shape Treats: Allow the rice crispy mixture to set completely. Once firm, cut it into triangles resembling candy corn shapes. Use your hands to gently round the corners of each triangle for a more authentic candy corn look.
- Melt Chocolate Coatings: Following the package instructions, melt the dark chocolate candy coating and white chocolate candy coating separately. Prepare a silicone baking mat or wax paper for setting the dipped treats.
- Dip Treats: Dip the base of each triangle into the dark chocolate coating, letting excess drip off. Then dip the tip of the triangle into the white chocolate coating. Place the dipped treats on the prepared mat to allow the chocolate to set completely.
- Store: Once the chocolate coatings have fully hardened, store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use waxed paper or butter on your hands when shaping to prevent sticking.
- For best results, use high-quality candy coatings for smooth melting and dipping.
- Ensure the marshmallow mixture is not too hot before adding cereal to avoid melting it excessively.
- These treats are best enjoyed within three days to keep their crunchy texture.
- You can substitute milk chocolate for dark chocolate if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Candy corn rice crispy treats, Halloween treats, chocolate dipped rice crispy, marshmallow treats, festive snacks
