Marshmallow Rice Krispies (Bubbles) Halloween Brains
These Marshmallow Rice Krispies (Bubbles) Halloween Brains are a spooky, no-bake treat perfect for Halloween parties. Creepy on the outside and sweet on the inside, they’re fun to make and even more fun to eat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 15 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Sweet Treat
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Modern Australian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups pink and white marshmallows
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups Rice Krispies (or Rice Bubbles)
- 1 tube red writing icing (optional)
Instructions
- Line a large tray with non-stick paper.
- Fill a saucepan halfway with boiling water and place on the stove.
- Add the butter and marshmallows to a heatproof bowl and set it over the saucepan.
- Bring the water to a simmer and stir until the marshmallows are fully melted and smooth.
- Add the salt and stir to combine.
- Remove the bowl from heat and mix in the Rice Krispies.
- Lightly oil two spoons and scoop out a mound of mixture, then place it on the tray.
- Oil your fingers and flatten each mound into a brain shape.
- Oil a table knife and press down the center to create a brain crease.
- Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Use red writing icing to decorate the brains for a bloody effect.
- Let the brains set at room temperature for 4–5 hours.
Notes
- Use a mix of pink and white marshmallows for a realistic brain color.
- Work quickly while the mixture is warm for easier shaping.
- Oil your hands and utensils to prevent sticking.
- Store brains in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brain
- Calories: 87
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 113mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 8mg