Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats are a delicious Thanksgiving dessert for all ages! Easy to make at the last-minute, these tasty pumpkin pie Thanksgiving treats are a great addition to your Thanksgiving dinner!
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Pumpkin Pie Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats
Supplies Needed for Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats:
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Rice Krispie Treats:
Spray a 9” round pie dish or cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.
Add 4 ounces of marshmallows (about 16 marshmallows or 2 cups) and 1 ½ tablespoons of butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, then stir to combine. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds, and stir until smooth and well-combined. Stir in ½ teaspoon of vanilla.
Add 1 cup of Rice Krispies cereal and graham cracker crumbs to the marshmallow mixture, and stir until well-combined and uniformly coated.
Turn the mixture out into the prepared pie dish. Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray, and press the mixture around the edge of the pan to create the pie crust. The crust should be approximately 1” thick. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
In another large microwave safe bowl add the remaining 6 ounces of marshmallows (about 24 marshmallows or 3 cups) and 2 ½ tablespoons of butter. Microwave on high for 60 seconds, then stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds and stir until smooth. Stir in the remaining ½ teaspoon of vanilla, salt, food color and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
Add the remaining 3 cups of Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture, and stir until well-combined and evenly coated.
Turn the Rice Krispie mix out into the center of the prepared pie dish. Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray, and press the mixture down to fill the center of the pie. Set the pie aside for at least 30 minutes to set before cutting into 8 slices and serving. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
Now you’re ready to serve & enjoy these fun holiday treats at your next family gathering!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use the marshmallows I already have at home?
Use a fresh, unopened bag of marshmallows for best results making your Thanksgiving Rice Krispie treats.
How firmly should I pack my Rice Krispies for this recipe?
When forming the crust and pie filling, do not press too firmly. If you pack the Rice Krispies too tightly, the treats will be dense and not have that ooey-gooey texture.
What type of food coloring should I use?
Gel food color is a great way to create a more vibrant orange color! If you only have liquid food color, you may need to increase the amount used to create the desired color.
I don’t have a large enough microwave safe bowl. What should I do?
If you do not have a large enough microwave safe bowl that will fit the Rice Krispies treats, you can melt the marshmallows and butter in a small bowl and pour them over the Rice Krispies in a larger bowl.
When should I apply the whipped cream?
If you are planning to use whipped cream to decorate the pumpkin Rice Krispie treats, I recommend only adding it to the pieces you plan to eat right away otherwise the whipped cream may make the Rice Krispies soggy.
How should I store my dessert?
Tightly wrap any leftover pumpkin pie Rice Krispies treats in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to three days. If you have leftover treats with whipped cream on them, store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
What else can I make with this recipe?
For added fun, cut out a cute little turkey or any other fun shapes using a cookie cutter! Give your Rice Krispie treat turkeys some candy eyes using chocolate chips. Create tail feathers using melted chocolate on parchment paper, or use candy corn feathers. Place them on a lollipop stick or popsicle stick, and you have adorable turkey pops! Such a fun treat for kids!
Thanksgiving Rice Krispie Treats
What You’ll Need:
- 10 oz Regular Size Marshmallows, divided
- 4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, divided
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract, divided
- 4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
- 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 3-5 drops Orange Food Coloring
- 1 tsp. Pumpkin Pie Spice
Instructions:
- Lightly spray a 9” round cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Add 4 ounces of regular-sized marshmallows (around 2 cups) and 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter to a large, microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high for 45 seconds, then stir to combine. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds and stir until smooth and well combined. Mix in 1/2 tsp. of vanilla extract.
- Add 1 cup of Rice Krispies cereal and the graham cracker crumbs to the marshmallow mixture, and stir until well combined and uniformly coated.
- Turn the mixture out into the prepared pie dish. Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray and press the mixture around the edge of the pan to create the "pie crust." Crust should be approximately 1" thick. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
- In another large microwave-safe bowl, add the remaining marshmallows (about 3 cups) and 2 1/2 tablespoons of butter. Microwave on high for 60 seconds and then stir. Microwave in additional 30-second increments, stirring after each until the mixture is smooth. Mix in the remaining 1/2 tsp of vanilla, salt, food coloring, and pumpkin pie spice and stir until well combined.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of Rice Krispies to the marshmallow mixture, and stir until well combined and evenly coated.
- Turn the mixture out into the center of the prepared pie dish. Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray, and press the mixture down to fill the center of the pie. Set the pie aside to set for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into 8 slices and serving. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
Notes:
- Use a fresh, unopened bag of marshmallows for best results.
- When forming treats, do not press too firmly. If you pack the Rice Krispies too tightly, the treats will be dense and not have that ooey-gooey texture.
- Gel food color is recommended to create a more vibrant color. If you only have liquid food coloring, you may need to increase the amount used to create the desired color.
These easy pumpkin pie treats are perfect for your Thanksgiving gathering. Everyone will surely love them!
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