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Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains

Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains for Spooky Fun

Create delightful Marshmallow Rice Bubbles Halloween Brains with this quick and fun recipe, perfect for Halloween gatherings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 10 treats
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treat Mixture
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter by omitting 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups Regular Marshmallows Can use pink or white marshmallows interchangeably
  • 3 cups Rice Bubbles No substitutions necessary for authentic texture
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor, use 1/2 tsp if using unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp Red Food Coloring Optional, adjust for desired hue

Equipment

  • Heatproof bowl
  • Small pot
  • Spatula
  • Toothpick
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Bain-Marie by bringing 1/2 cup of water to a gentle boil and placing a heatproof bowl over it.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter and marshmallows in the bowl, whisking continuously for 2-4 minutes until smooth.
  3. Add salt and a drop of red food coloring to the mixture, stirring until the color is evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the warm marshmallow mixture over the Rice Bubbles in a separate bowl, ensuring even coating.
  5. Shape the mixture into oval 'brain' forms, using a butter knife for texture and detail.
  6. Draw veins on the shaped brains with a toothpick dipped in red food coloring.
  7. Store the finished treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treatCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These treats are easy to make and allow for creative presentation, perfect for Halloween festivities.

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