Rice Krispie Critters

I know Halloween is already over, but these rice krispie critters are just too darn cute to not share! They were quick to make and delicious as well. Cardamommy's Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Treats (yummy!!) would be the perfect recipe to use for this, or you can use the following basic recipe. I gave my critters away as little gifts, because--honestly--who doesn't love rice krispie treats?

Original idea found here.

6 C Cocoa Krispies
1 (10 oz) Bag Mini Marshmallows, plus extra for decorating
1/4 C Butter
Orange Slice Candies
Mini Pretzel Sticks
Red Ribbon

1. Spray a 9x9 pan with non-stick spray.
2. Melt butter completely in a large saucepan over low heat
3. Stir in Marshmallows until melted
4. Remove from heat and stir in rice krispies
5. Press into prepared pan and let cool for 15 minutes
6. Cut out circles (I used a Mason jar) for the bodies.
7. Cut orange slices into thirds to form triangles for the owl beaks. Place, sticky side down, on rice krispie.
8. Cut a marshmallow in half for the eyes and place sticky side down. Use black food dye for the pupils. Also use slices of marshmallow for spider fangs.
9, Insert pretzels for spider legs and owl ears.
10. Stick on kabob skewers and tie owl bows.

Mahlzeit!
-Coriaunty