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Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

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These Halloween Rice Krispies Treats are an easy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for spooky season. Made with store-bought Rice Krispies Treats, red candy melts, and black candy melts, they’re transformed into fun gravestone-shaped treats with simple “RIP” decorations.

Whether you’re planning a Halloween party, classroom celebration, or festive family gathering, these spooky treats come together quickly and are guaranteed to be a crowd favorite. Best of all, you only need a few ingredients and minimal prep time to make them.

Coffin-shaped Halloween Rice Krispies treats dipped in red candy melts with RIP piped in black chocolate, served on a black plate.

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

  • No baking required. Skip the oven and make these fun Halloween treats with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
  • Only 3 ingredients. You only need Rice Krispies Treats, red candy melts, and black candy melts to create these eye-catching Halloween desserts.
  • Perfect for Halloween parties. Their bright colors and spooky design make them a fun addition to dessert tables, classroom celebrations, trunk-or-treat events, and Halloween gatherings.
  • Perfect for beginners. No special baking skills or decorating experience are needed, making this an easy recipe for anyone to make.

Ingredients for Coffin Rice Krispies Treats

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Unwrapped Rice Krispies Treats with a coffin cookie cutter next to a bowl of melted red candy melts, ready to make Halloween desserts.

You only need 3 simple ingredients to make these festive Halloween Rice Krispies Treats:

  • Rice Krispies Treats – Store-bought treats make this recipe quick and easy.
  • Red candy melts – Melted red candy melts create a smooth coating and give these treats their spooky Halloween look.
  • Black candy melts – Use melted black candy melts to drizzle over the treats for a fun Halloween design.

How to Make Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

  1. Unwrap the Rice Krispies Treats and cut them into coffin shapes using a cookie cutter or a sharp knife.
Coffin cookie cutter pressed into a Rice Krispies Treat to shape it into a spooky coffin for Halloween desserts.

2. Melt the red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals until smooth. Dip each coffin halfway into the melted red coating, let the excess drip off, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 10 minutes to set.

Coffin-shaped Rice Krispies treats dipped halfway in red candy melts setting on parchment paper for Halloween desserts.

3. While the red coating hardens, melt the black candy melts in a microwave-safe piping bag or zip-top bag. Snip the tip to create a small opening.

4. Pipe the letters “RIP” onto each coffin. You can also add crosses, spiderwebs, or outlines for extra decoration.

Close-up of coffin-shaped Rice Krispies Halloween treats dipped in red candy melts with black RIP lettering on a black plate.

Tips for Making This No-bake Halloween Dessert

  • Melt the candy melts slowly. Heat the candy melts in short intervals, stirring between each one. This helps prevent overheating and keeps the coating smooth and easy to work with.
  • Use a deep bowl for dipping. A deeper bowl makes it easier to coat the Rice Krispies Treats evenly without making a mess.
  • Work quickly. Candy melts begin to set fairly fast, so it’s best to decorate the treats shortly after coating them.
  • Allow the treats to fully set before serving. Giving the candy coating time to harden creates the best texture and makes the treats easier to handle.
No bake dessert decorated with red candy melt gravestones and black "RIP" lettering arranged on a black serving plate.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

  • Make them in advance. These treats can be prepared 1 to 2 days before your Halloween party or event.
  • Store at room temperature. Place the treats in an airtight container and keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
  • Separate layers if needed. If stacking the treats, place a sheet of parchment or wax paper between layers to protect the decorations.
  • Avoid refrigeration. Refrigerating the treats can cause condensation to form on the candy coating, which may affect their appearance and texture.
  • Enjoy within 3 to 5 days. For the best flavor and texture, serve the treats within a few days of making them.

Looking for more fun Halloween treats? Be sure to check out my spooky Frankenstein Rice Krispies Treats, which are just as festive and perfect for classroom parties. For an easy no-bake dessert, my Halloween Oreo eyeballs are always a crowd favorite, while Halloween candy bark is a great way to use up extra Halloween candy.

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Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

Recipe by Rebekah Winscott

Whip up these spooky Halloween Rice Krispies Treats in minutes! With red candy coating, black icing, and a creepy “RIP” topper, they make a fun, kid-approved treat for your Halloween dessert table.

  • Total Time16 minutes
  • Yield6 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 6 Rice Krispies Treats
  • 3 oz black candy melts
  • 12 oz red candy melts
  • Optional: coffin-shaped cookie cutter, parchment paper, candy eyes, Halloween sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper and unwrap the Rice Krispies Treats.
  2. Place the red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
  3. Dip the top portion of each Rice Krispies Treat into the melted red candy melts, allowing any excess coating to drip off.
  4. Place the coated treats on the prepared parchment paper and allow the candy coating to set slightly.
  5. Melt the black candy melts according to package directions and transfer them to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off.
  6. Pipe the letters “RIP” onto the red candy coating to resemble spooky gravestones.
  7. Allow the candy melts to fully harden before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overheat the candy melts, as they can become thick and difficult to work with.
  • For best results, allow the red coating to set for a few minutes before piping the black lettering.
  • Add Halloween sprinkles or candy eyes for a different festive look.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 treat
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sodium: 160 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 53 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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Rebekah Winscott is a Lancaster, Pennsylvania–based food blogger and the creator of This Nana Can Cook, where she shares approachable, flavorful recipes for everyday cooks. Inspired by her grandmother’s timeless dishes, she blends quick, delicious meals with heartwarming storytelling and practical kitchen tips.

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