Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats Are Shockingly Easy To Make
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Get ready for a monster of a time at your snack table with these Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats! They’re colorful, kid-approved, and scarily simple to make with only 5 ingredients. Whether you need a last minute Halloween party treat, spooky birthday party snack or a fun edible craft with your kids, this one’s a no brainer.
Frankenstein Rice Krispies Treats
If you’re looking for Halloween dessert ideas that are fast, festive, and fun to make with kids, this is the recipe for you.
These quick Frankenstein Rice Krispies Treats are equal parts adorable and delicious and they come together in minutes using pre-made krispie treats and simple decorations.
They’re my go-to for kids party snacks when I don’t want to bake but still want that spooky Halloween fun.
I love that my kids can help decorate each little green monster with candy eyes and sprinkle “hair.” Plus, they’re an easy treat to personalize with different faces, candies, or even different colored candy melts for an army of undead monsters.
⭐️ Also check out our other favorite Halloween kids party treats, like our graveyard pudding cups, my daughter’s favorite easy oreo bats and spiders, cute pumpkin oreos, and these not so scary mummy cookies.
Why You’ll Love These Frankenstein Snacks
Frankenstein Krispie Treats Ingredients
- 12 Rice Krispie treats (store-bought or homemade)
- 24 oz green candy melts
- 6 tablespoons black sprinkles
- 24 candy eyes
- 6 oz black candy melts
Equipment You’ll Need
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Spoon or spatula
- Piping bag
- Parchment paper
- Fork or dipping tool
⭐️ Also try these Spooky Halloween party desserts and easy Halloween finger foods.
How to Make Rice Krispie Frankenstein Treats
1. Melt the green candy melts
Place green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl or with the double boiler method according to package instructions.
Generally we heat on defrost mode (or Heat on 50% power) for 30 seconds. Stir, then continue in 15 – 30 second intervals stirring each time, until candy melts are smooth.
Avoid overheating the candy melts. Candy melts can seize or burn if too hot. Always melt slowly and stir frequently.
If candy melts are too thick, add a little shortening (like Crisco) or coconut oil, as this helps smooth out the texture.
Here is a quick YouTube video tutorial I found super helpful on how to melt candy melts in both the microwave and double boiler.
2. Dip the Rice Krispies
Hold one end of the Rice Krispie treat and dip the other half into the bowl of melted green candy melts. Make sure to coat all sides. Then place on parchment paper.
3. Decorate the face
While the candy is still wet, press two candy eyes onto each treat and sprinkle the top with black sprinkles to make Frankenstein’s “hair.”
4. Add the stitches
Melt black candy melts the same way as above.
Place in a piping bag, snip the tip, and pipe small stitched lines for the mouth. Let dry completely.
Storage Tips: Place decorated treats in a single layer in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 5 days. If stacking, use parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
Tips & Variations
- Swap the green melts for purple and make Frankenstein’s bride.
- Want homemade Rice Krispies? Use your fave base recipe and cut into rectangles before dipping. We generally just use the recipe from the Rice Krispie cereal box. You’ll need rice krispies, mini marshmallows, butter and vanilla.
- Make them mini-size: Cute the treats in half for little hands, dessert platters or Halloween charcuterie boards.
- Skip the piping bag: Use a toothpick dipped in melted black candy to draw small details if you don’t have piping tools, or a small ziploc bag.
- Make a monster lineup: Dip treats in different colors (purple, orange, white etc.) to create jack o’lanterns, ghosts, monsters and mummies.
- Turn it into a party activity: Prep the dipped treats ahead of time and let kids add faces and hair at a decorating station. Edible black writing gel is easier to use with kids than candy melts, and the eyes and hair will stick to it. It doesn’t harden completely, so best to use if they’ll eat their treats sooner than later.
Final Thoughts: Halloween Frankenstein Rice Krispies
These Halloween Frankenstein Rice Krispies are the kind of cute Halloween treats that bring big smiles without a lot of effort. And we all know that Fall is a BUSY season, so this is a must.
They’re fun to decorate, quick to make, and always a hit, they’re a go-to when you need Halloween party snacks in a pinch.
Keep this one on your October list, especially if your little ghouls love helping in the kitchen.
Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats
Get ready for a monster of a time at your snack table with these Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats! They're colorful, kid-approved, and scarily simple to make with only 5 ingredients. Whether you need a last minute Halloween party treat, spooky birthday party snack or a fun edible craft with your kids, this one’s a no brainer.
Ingredients
- 12 Rice Krispie treats (store-bought or homemade)
- 24 oz green candy melts
- 6 tablespoons black sprinkles
- 24 candy eyes
- 6 oz black candy melts
Instructions
1. Melt the green candy melts
Place green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl or with the double boiler method according to package instructions.
Generally we heat on defrost mode (or Heat on 50% power) for 30 seconds. Stir, then continue in 15 - 30 second intervals stirring each time, until candy melts are smooth.
Avoid overheating the candy melts. Candy melts can seize or burn if too hot. Always melt slowly and stir frequently. If candy melts are too thick, add a little shortening (like Crisco) or coconut oil, as this helps smooth out the texture.
2. Dip the Rice Krispies
Hold one end of the Rice Krispie treat and dip the other half into the bowl of melted green candy melts. Make sure to coat all sides. Then place on parchment paper.
3. Decorate the face
While the candy is still wet, press two candy eyes onto each treat and sprinkle the top with black sprinkles to make Frankenstein’s “hair.”
4. Add the stitches
Melt black candy melts the same way as above. Place in a piping bag, snip the tip, and pipe small stitched lines for the mouth. Let dry completely.
Storage Tips: Place decorated treats in a single layer in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 5 days. If stacking, use parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Swap the green melts for purple and make Frankenstein’s bride.
- Want homemade Rice Krispies? Use your fave base recipe and cut into rectangles before dipping. We generally just use the recipe from the Rice Krispie cereal box. You'll need rice krispies, mini marshmallows, butter and vanilla.
- Make them mini-size: Cute the treats in half for little hands, dessert platters or Halloween charcuterie boards.
- Skip the piping bag: Use a toothpick dipped in melted black candy to draw small details if you don’t have piping tools, or a small ziploc bag.
- Make a monster lineup: Dip treats in different colors (purple, orange, white etc.) to create jack o'lanterns, ghosts, monsters and mummies.
- Turn it into a party activity: Prep the dipped treats ahead of time and let kids add faces and hair at a decorating station. Edible black writing gel is easier to use with kids than candy melts, and the eyes and hair will stick to it. It doesn't harden completely, so best to use if they'll eat their treats sooner than later.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 413Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 32mgCarbohydrates: 98gFiber: 0gSugar: 55gProtein: 1g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered from online calculators.
