Looking for an easy Halloween recipe that’s both cute and delicious? These Mummy Rice Krispie Treats are made with just three simple ingredients – butter, white chocolate, and Rice Krispies. They’re the perfect no-bake Halloween treat for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party or need something last-minute for trick-or-treating, this quick Halloween dessert idea will be a total crowd-pleaser. With their adorable mummy design and gooey, crispy texture, they’re a spooky-sweet addition to your Halloween spread!
How to make these Mummy Rice Krispie Treats
Step one
- Melt the butter and marshmallows:
In a saucepan over low heat melt salted butter and marshmallows together.
Step two
Mix in the Rice Krispies:
Pour in the 300g Rice Krispies and stir until they’re evenly coated. Work quickly before it sets!
Step three
- Press into tin:
Spoon the mixture into the lined tin and gently press it down with some baking paper to create an even layer. - Cut into rectangles:
Once set, remove from the tin and cut into 6 or 8 rectangles (depending on how big you want your mummies). - Decorate like mummies:
Melt the white chocolate, dip 3/4 of the rice krispie treats in the chocolate. Stick on candy eyes before the drizzle sets. Then let the mummys set for 5 minutes, transfer the rest of the chocolate in to a small piping bag (or ziplock bag with the tip cut off), and drizzle over each bar in a zigzag pattern to look like mummy bandages.
Step four
Stick on candy eyes before the white chocolate sets.
Then let the mummys set for 5 minutes, transfer the rest of the chocolate in to a small piping bag (or ziplock bag with the tip cut off), and drizzle over each bar in a zigzag pattern to look like mummy bandages.
How to make the best Easy Mummy Rice Krispie Treats for Halloween
Before you get started, here are a few helpful tips to make sure your Mummy Rice Krispie Treats turn out perfectly every time. Whether you’re making these for a Halloween party, a classroom treat, or just a fun spooky snack at home, these easy tricks will help you get that perfect chewy texture and neat mummy drizzle.
- Use salted butter – it balances the sweetness of white chocolate beautifully.
- Add eyes quickly before the drizzle hardens so they stick properly.
- Don’t over-chill – if too cold, they can become hard to slice and pull apart
- Get creative! Use milk or dark chocolate for variety or tint the white chocolate with orange food colouring.
- For extra gooeyness, stir in mini marshmallows before pressing into the tin.
FAQS: How to make Mummy Rice Krispie Treats
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! These keep well for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container at room temperature.
Q: Can I use milk or dark chocolate instead?
Absolutely. Just note that the mummy drizzle looks best with white chocolate for the bandage effect.
Q: How do I stop them from sticking to the knife when cutting?
Lightly grease your knife with butter or spray oil before slicing.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes, just use a gluten-free puffed rice cereal instead of regular Rice Krispies.
Ingredients
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70g salted butter
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350g white chocolate (divided: 300g for the base, 50g for drizzle)
- 300g Mini marshmallows
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300g Rice Krispies cereal
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Candy eyes for decorating
Instructions
Method
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Prep the tin: Line an 8x8” square tin with baking paper, leaving a little overhang for easy removal later.
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Melt the butter and marshmallows:
In a saucepan over low heat melt salted butter and marshmallows together. -
Mix in the Rice Krispies:
Remove from the heat, pour in the 300g Rice Krispies and stir until they’re evenly coated. Work quickly before it sets! -
Press into tin:
Spoon the mixture into the lined tin and gently press it down with some baking paper to create an even layer. -
Cut into rectangles:
Once set, remove from the tin and cut into 6 or 8 rectangles (depending on how big you want your mummies). -
Decorate like mummies:
Melt the white chocolate, dip 3/4 of the rice krispie treats in the chocolate. Stick on candy eyes before the drizzle sets. Then let the mummys set for 5 minutes, transfer the rest of the chocolate in to a small piping bag (or ziplock bag with the tip cut off), and drizzle over each bar in a zigzag pattern to look like mummy bandages. (If the chocolate is too thick add a 1/2tsp of coconut oil) -
Set and serve:
Allow the chocolate drizzle to set, then enjoy your spooky, crunchy, and sweet Mummy Rice Krispie Treats!
