Turn classic rice krispie treats into Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats with this easy recipe that everyone will love. Enjoy a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert with this fun and whimsical treat.
Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats:
Rice krispie treats are always so fun and delicious. I recently made these Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats. Everyone was so impressed with how it really looked like pumpkin pie.
If you do not like pumpkin pie this is the treat for you. This recipe for Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie treats is their new favorite dessert to eat at Thanksgiving.
It is so cute and looks darling sitting on the dessert table. I like to go ahead and slice it and place on individual plates for serving. Add a dollop of whip cream and it really looks like pumpkin pie!
You can use store bought or this Homemade Whipped Cream is really easy.
For even more tips and tricks, learn how to make rice krispie treats here. We have the best tips!
Why we Love this Fun and Festive Treats:
- Impressive Treats – We love making festive treats for our holiday dinners. This one looks just like a pumpkin pie and it is perfect to impress your family with.
- Simple Ingredients – These treats are made with the classic Rice Krispie treats and some fun food coloring.
- Easy to Make – You will love how easy these treats are to make. These rice krispie treats are perfect for a last minute dessert idea.
Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats Ingredients:
- Rice Krispie Cereal
- Butter
- Marshmallows
- Orange Food Coloring
- Whipped Cream (Optional) (We love this Homemade Whipped Cream .)
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats:
- Step 1 – Prepare Baking Dish – Spray a pie pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- Step 2 – Add cereal to bowl – In a mixing bowl, place 2 cups of the Rice Krispie Cereal.
- Step 3 – Melt butter and marshmallows – Then melt approximately ⅓ of the bag of marshmallows with 1 Tablespoon of butter. Melt in the microwave in a microwave safe.
- Step 4 – Mix with cereal – Stir this mixture into the mixing bowl with the 2 cups of rice krispie cereal. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Step 5 – Press Treats in Pie Plate – Press this rice krispie treat mixture firmly into the bottom of the pie pan. Just line the bottom of the pie pan. Then make it thicker around the outside of the pan for the crust of the pie.
- Step 6 – Add Cereal to Bowl – Then place the remaining rice krispie cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- Step 7 – Melt Butter and Cereal – Then melt the remaining butter and marshmallows in a microwave safe dish. Add in the orange food coloring and stir until it’s a bright orange color.
- Step 8 – Combine Orange Mixture with Cereal – Stir in the orange marshmallow mixture into the mixing bowl. Mix with the remaining rice krispie cereal and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Step 9 – Press into pan – Add the orange rice Krispies treats into the pie pan. Press on top of the non-colored rice krispie treats. Press them down.
- Step 10 – Cool Treats – Allow them to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes- 1 hour (do not refrigerate).
- Step 11 – Serve and Enjoy – Cut like a pie and top each piece with whipped cream before serving. Kids and adults will love this recipe.
Variations for Rice Krispie Pumpkin Pie:
- Spice – You can add pumpkin pie spice to the recipe if you want these to have pumpkin flavor.
- Maple Syrup – To add a warm flavor to these Thanksgiving dessert, mix in maple syrup to the butter mixture.
- Melted Chocolate – For add flavor, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the top of the treats.
- Pie Plate – We made this home recipe in a pie plate. But you can easily make it in a cake pan if you prefer.
Tips for Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats:
- Prepare Pan – Make sure to prepare baking dish and spray with cooking spray. This helps when serving and for easy clean up.
- Mixing Ingredients – Make sure to cover the ingredients with the melted marshmallow mixture.
- Cool Treats – Allow for the treat to cool at room temperature. Do not place in the refrigerator.
- Parchment Paper – I find it easy to press the treat mixture into the pie plate with parchment paper.
- Topping – You can make these rice krispie treats into many different things. We love the orange color but you can also add sprinkles or candy eyes.
- Fresh Ingredients – When making these treats, it is best to use fresh ingredients. The marshmallows melt better and the treats just taste better.
Can you Freeze Rice Krispie Treats?
I do not recommend freezing this recipe. It will change the texture of the final product and cause it to harden.
How to Store:
Do not store in the refrigerator. They are best left to cool at room temperature so that the remain gooey and delicious.
Print Recipe for Pumpkin Pie Shaped Rice Krispie Treats:
Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats
Turn classic rice krispie treats into Pumpkin pie rice krispie treats with this easy recipe. Enjoy pumpkin pie shaped rice krispie treats.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispie Cereal
- 3 Tablespoons Butter
- 10 ounce package of Marshmallows
- Orange Food Coloring
- Whipped Cream Optional
Instructions
- Spray a pie pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, place 2 cups of the Rice Krispie Cereal.
- Then melt approximately ⅓ of the bag of marshmallows with 1 Tablespoon of butter in the microwave in a microwave safe.
- Stir this mixture into the mixing bowl with the 2 cups of rice krispie cereal. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Press this rice krispie treat mixture firmly into the bottom of the pie pan. Just line the bottom of the pie pan and make it thicker around the outside of the pan for the crust of the pie.
- Then place the remaining rice krispie cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- Then melt the remaining butter and marshmallows in a microwave safe dish. Add in the orange food coloring and stir until it’s a bright orange color.
- Stir in the orange marshmallow mixture into the mixing bowl with the remaining rice krispie cereal and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Add the orange rice Krispies treats into the pie pan on top of the non-colored rice krispie treats. Press them down.
- Allow them to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes- 1 hour (do not refrigerate).
- Cut like a pie and top each piece with whipped cream before serving!
Nutrition Facts
Calories 230kcal, Carbohydrates 47g, Protein 2g, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 11mg, Sodium 177mg, Potassium 26mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 22g, Vitamin A 1528IU, Vitamin C 13mg, Calcium 1mg, Iron 6mg
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