Easy Halloween Rice Krispie Ghost Pops: 5-Minute Treats
These spooky yet simple Rice Krispie Ghost Pops are a quick, no-bake Halloween treat that combines crispy cereal, chewy marshmallows, and a sweet white chocolate coating. Perfect for parties or last-minute snacks, they are easy to make and fun to decorate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups original Rice Krispies cereal
- 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- Orange gel food coloring
- Black gel food coloring
- Mini candy eyes
- Small black dots or edible markers for mouths
- Wooden or plastic lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Combine butter and mini marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, then continue in 15-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy (approx. 2-3 minutes total).
- Immediately add Rice Krispies cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture. Fold with a silicone spatula until every piece is coated.
- Take about 1/4 cup of the mixture and shape it into a rough dome or ghost shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Insert a lollipop stick into the base firmly.
- Divide white chocolate chips into two small microwave-safe mugs. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add orange gel food coloring to one mug and black gel food coloring to the other, stirring until fully incorporated. Thin with a drop of vegetable oil if necessary.
- Dip each ghost pop into the white or colored chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing back on the baking sheet.
- While the chocolate is wet, use tweezers to place mini candy eyes and add mouth details with black dots or markers.
- Allow the pops to set at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is hard.
Notes
Use mini marshmallows for even melting. Gel food coloring is essential to prevent seizing the white chocolate. Do not over-stir the cereal mixture to maintain a crispy texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Avoid freezing as it alters the marshmallow texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ghost pop
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Halloween, Rice Krispie Treats, No-Bake, Kids Snacks, Ghost Pops, White Chocolate, Easy Dessert, Party Food