These Halloween Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats are the perfect mix of fun and creepy, making them the ultimate Halloween treat. With crunchy Rice Krispies, gooey marshmallows, and a dark chocolate coating, these spider treats are easy to make and delicious to eat. Topped with candy eyes and pretzel legs, they’re spooky enough for any Halloween party, but still sweet and delicious enough to make everyone smile!

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Fun Fact: Why Spiders are a Halloween Favorite

Spiders have long been a symbol of Halloween because of their creepy, crawly nature. These Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats play into that theme while keeping the focus on fun. Plus, it’s a great way to get kids involved in Halloween baking by decorating their own spiders with candy eyes and legs!

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store your Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them, but make sure they’re in a tightly sealed container to prevent them from hardening too much. These treats are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen for up to a month if needed.

Cooking Tips

For an even spookier effect, drizzle some additional melted chocolate on top of the spiders to give them a webbed appearance. You can also use different colored candy eyes to make each spider unique. Don’t forget to have fun with the legs—pretzel sticks can be bent slightly to create a more realistic, creepy look.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Based on 12 Spiders):

• Calories: 190 kcal
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 2g
• Sugar: 16g
• Sodium: 140mg
• Fiber: 1g

These Halloween Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats are the perfect way to add some edible fun to your Halloween celebration!

Halloween Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

Ingredients:

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 (10-ounce) package marshmallows
• ½ cup chocolate chips
• Black food coloring
• Candy eyes
• Pretzel sticks (for legs)

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter and marshmallows:
   In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
2. Add food coloring:
   Stir in a few drops of black food coloring into the marshmallow mixture until you achieve your desired spooky black color.
3. Combine with Rice Krispies:
   Remove the pot from heat and stir in the Rice Krispies cereal. Mix until the cereal is fully coated with the marshmallow mixture.
4. Shape the spiders:
   Let the mixture cool slightly, then using your hands, shape it into small balls to form the bodies of the spiders. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Melt the chocolate:
   In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
6. Coat the spider bodies:
   Dip each spider ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Return them to the parchment-lined sheet.
7. Attach the candy eyes:
   While the chocolate is still wet, press the candy eyes onto the top of each spider.
8. Create the legs:
   Break the pretzel sticks in half and insert them into the sides of each spider to form the legs. You’ll need 4 pretzel pieces per side for a full spider effect.
9. Let the spiders set:
   Allow the spiders to sit at room temperature until the chocolate has hardened and the treats are fully set.
10. Serve and enjoy:
    Once the spiders are firm, they’re ready to serve. Enjoy these fun and spooky treats with your friends and family!

Optional Variations

For an extra creepy twist, you can add red gel icing for "bloodshot" eyes, or mix in other Halloween-themed candies like orange sprinkles or candy corn for decoration. You can also use white chocolate instead of dark chocolate for ghostly-looking spiders! If you're feeling creative, try shaping some of the Rice Krispies into smaller "baby spiders" to go along with the larger ones.

Enjoy making and devouring these spooky, sweet Halloween Spooky Spider Rice Krispies Treats! They're sure to be a hit at any Halloween party.