Description
Spooky, squishy, and sweet, these Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains are a gory-good treat perfect for Halloween parties or trick-or-treat snacks.
Ingredients
6 cups Rice Bubbles (or Rice Krispies) – Both names work perfectly for this Halloween rice bubble recipe! Fresh cereal gives the best crunch.
4 cups mini marshmallows – Use fresh marshmallows for the best gooey texture. Older marshmallows can be dry and won’t melt as smoothly.
3 tablespoons unsalted butter – Unsalted butter lets you control the flavor and prevents the treats from becoming too salty.
Red gel food coloring – Pro-Tip: Use gel-based food coloring instead of liquid. It provides a vibrant red without adding extra liquid to the mixture, keeping your brains perfectly textured.
Instructions
1. Grease everything! Grease your bowl, spatula, and especially the brain molds to ensure easy release of the shaped treats.
2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and marshmallows. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth. This usually takes 1-2 minutes.
3. (Optional) For stovetop method, melt butter and marshmallows over low heat in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, stirring constantly until smooth.
4. Add 8-10 drops of red gel food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir until fully combined and the color resembles “brain blood”.
5. Remove from heat and fold in the Rice Bubbles. Work quickly and gently to coat evenly without crushing the cereal.
6. Press the mixture into greased brain molds. Don’t press too hard—maintain a bumpy, brain-like texture. If shaping by hand, form ovals and use fingers to indent grooves.
7. Let the brains cool for 15-20 minutes before removing from molds. If they stick, chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to help them release.
Notes
These Halloween brains are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Want to up the gore? Drizzle with red icing or raspberry sauce for a truly terrifying finish.
Use gloves when handling the mixture if you want to avoid red-stained hands!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American