Soft and chewy pumpkin spiced, crunchy treats with a white chocolate drizzle. Just like you grew up with, but better. SO buttery soft and delicious. Perfect for fall festivities and after school snacking!
In the fall, the fields surrounding my childhood home were surrounded by big, bright orange pumpkins grown by the farmstand next door. They were heavy as hell, but perfect for picking and hauling into a rickety wooden cart if you didn’t fall over from the weight. Pulling on my boots, getting muddy, and trumping through those fields is one of my favorite fall season memories, but though baking with cans of pumpkin isn’t quite the same experience, it always reminds me of those damp days spent picking our way through the pumpkin patch!
With Austin’s weather still clocking in 90 degrees and higher, it’s tough to get in that cozy, fall-sweater-and-mug-of-cocoa frame of mind, but with these spiced pumpkin Rice Krispie treats, I definitely managed. Somehow, someway I’ve gotta get that fall feeling before November, when it finally turns frigid!
After all, we can always turn the air conditioning colder and pretend it’s a brisk autumn day…
These treats, inspired by my adorable and super-talented pal Sally, are terrific fun to make and totally irresistible with a drizzle of white chocolate icing. I like mine nice and thick, so I used a 9- x 9-inch baking pan, but you can use a larger pan if you want more treats, less bulk. Cut into small squares, I think these are just perfect for sharing! Or… you know, not sharing.
Cereal is, like, good for you anyway, RIGHT?! Let’s go with that.
For fall parties, snacks and school functions, or just to have a sweet treat for dessert, these Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats are a big hit… even with the guys! I served ‘em up at our poker night with friends, snagged one for myself, and the plate was clean before they even finished playing cards. Guys like pumpkin goodies, so single girls take note!
I know you’ll love these tasty treats as much as (we all) did, so get in the fall spirit and try them for yourself some day soon!
Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 10 oz. bag mini marshmallows
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 oz. pure white chocolate, white chocolate candy melts, melted, optional
Instructions
- Choose your desired size baking pan (I used a 9x9, but for thinner treats use 11x7 or 13x9) and spray generously with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan (I used a 5.5 qt. Dutch oven), melt butter over medium heat. Stir in pumpkin puree and cook until warmed through. Fold in marshmallows, stirring frequently until melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt.
- Let marshmallow mixture cool at room temperature for 20 minutes (cooling helps avoid soggy treats). Add the crispy rice cereal and stir until combined.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking pan, spread out evenly and gently press down with a rubber spatula. Refrigerate to set for at least 1 hour. Cut into squares and drizzle with melted white chocolate, if desired.
- Store in an airtight container up to one week.
- Enjoy!
I hope you get some “fall-like” weather coming your way soon! I love this time of year for the cooler temperatures and cozy fall things that go along with it…can’t wait to try these!
This sounds fantastic!!! I love the flavors of pumpkin spice here… Looks delicious Georgia! Have a great week. :)
Say no more, Georgia – I’m heading to the grocery store right now to stock up on Rice Krispies!
Not sharing these babies is totally y kind of thing ;-) They look awesome! I love how fall-ish they are while being a bit summery. I have to try them soon!
Have a nice day :-)
Just bought a large box of rice krispie a couple days ago … and now I know what I’ll be doing with it! :)
These Pumpkin Spice RKTs look super-scrumptious being nice and thick as well as drizzled with white chocolate candy melts! Thanks for sharing and have a great week!
I am all over these!! Lovely snack!
What a perfect fall dessert! Looks SO good, Georgia!
I haven’t made rice krispie treats in so long! I love this seasonal spin on it : ) I’ve been wearing my slippers around the house to get in that cozy frame of mind – even though it was still close to 90 degrees here last week too. Can you tell that I’m dying for it to be fall weather already??
I love the fall flavors going on these!! Such a fun treat!
BRING ON THE PUMPKIN! It’s still super warm here too, but I just can’t help myself :) Since these are no bake, they totally bridge summer/fall, and are DEFINITELY good for you (cereal yay!)
These rice krispie bars look scrumptious! White chocolate glaze is definitely a must.
These are beyond awesome, mama!!! Loveeeeeeeeee em’!
Oh, I need to have these. I can’t get enough pumpkin and dessert is always a must! :)
These look like such a great fall treat Georgia. I have a huge box of Rice Krispies just waiting for me to turn them into pumpkins – lol.
These would be a favorite in our house!
Delicious and gorgeous treats!
Rice krispy treats were by far my favorite dessert when I was a kid and I haven’t had them in aaaaages! I love the pumpkin spice spin – this is complete brilliance!
Oh now these sound healthy even though I’m sure they’re just as bad. But boy do they sound good and look very pretty. I will definitely try these.
Aww love this!
Bookmarked! My kids will love these (and so will I).
I’ve been on a huge rice krispies treat kick lately, but this? This is genius.
I would have normally averted my stare from anything pumpkin until after the last official day of summer but I can’t deny that after a week of rain and chill that it’s seeming less out of place. Still the truth is, the kid in me just loves Rice Krispie treats, always have and always will…and these look GREAT!
I love that there’s a drizzle of white chocolate on top. If I make these with brown rice crispies, they would totally qualify for health food.
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! These are flipping epic. Love, love, love!!!
Perfect for the season!
Georgia,
What a fine treat you put together with this post!! Pumpkin, chocolate, and rice krispie treats- I think i need to make these and start looking for costumes!! Great post, thank you for sharing!!
thats exactly how I have been feeling in Dallas – I need to make these to compensate for the hot chocolate :)
They are awesome, my boys would gobble it all up in no time. Genius idea of adding pumpkin in it.
i love this time of year.. all I can think about is pumpkins, pumpkins, apples, pumpkins, squash and pumpkins.. thanks for sharing
Fantastic idea! I’m so ready for fall and this post has really put me in the pumpkin mood :)
What a special treat – these would be perfect for fall bake sales at school.
This is amazing, Georgia!! So clever and so pretty!!
No way!! We made something similar this weekend to post in the upcoming weeks.. A little different than yours. Great minds think alike!
These treats look wonderful! With all the tasty pumpkin recipes poppin up, I can’t wait for it to cool down for fall! Pinning this deliciousness :)
oooh, I missed so many of your yummy posts. this looks amazing georgia… so excited for fall and baking. I LOVE FALL STUFF!
This makes me so happy Fall has finally come because personally I am loving all the pumpkin recipes especially this one!
Pumpkin rice crispies – yay! These look fabulous – Thanks so much for sharing
Georgia!! They look amazing. I’m so happy to have inspired you. These are one of my favorite fall treats. :)
This looks delicious — love the addition of pumpkin for Fall!
Rice Krispie Treats are so irresistible and I love the fall twist on these!
I’m not a huge Rice Krispie treat person, but these? I would try these in a heartbeat! And probably eat an entire platter :)
I need this in my life! Big time.
Fall in rice krispie form?! Amazing. Seriously, what could be more fun?
What a brilliant idea…truly fantastic and looks so yummy. Just a qq, what can I use instead of pumpkin puree and marshmallows? Thanks so much :-)
You can omit the pumpkin puree altogether if you’d like, but there’s no substitute for the marshmallows, sorry!
What a great little treat! Although this would turn in to a BIG treat for me! How could I just eat one square?
These look and sound delicious! I can’t wait for the fall!
Yum! I’ve totally been wanting to make pumpkin rice krispies (although it’s still 100 in Arizona… I feel your pain) and these look like a great recipe to make! :) Beautiful photos!
I’d totally be in the not sharing camp with these. They look amazing!!
Oh, I have to try these! I have to get as much pumpkin in as possible!
Love this idea and the white chocolate drizzle is a must!
These look fantastic, Georgia! Love the seasonal touch of pumpkin to the krispies.
I’m literally running out the door for pumpkin! I want the smell of pumpkin spice in my house and the taste in my mouth! YUM!
Wha? These look amazing. I’m gonna need me some of these real soon.
These sound so delicious! There is just something about homemade Rice Krispies that are soo much better than store-bought. :) Love your blog! So adorable!
All these pumpkin spiced recipes makes me yearn for fall baking now. I was holding onto summer as long as I could :D
Love these fall festive rice krispies treats!! My kids will love these in their lunch boxes. :)
I hope you get some fall weather soon!
I made something like this in July. And they were heavenly. Sooo good! :)
I did something like this last year, but used the pumpkin spice flavored marshmallows. Big mistake. Almost no pumpkin or spice flavor in the finished product. I’m going to try this version.
I may also try stirring in some salted pepitas for a salty-sweet thing. Plus, they’ll add a nice crunch.
I made a double batch of these for a company potluck lunch, and they were a HUGE hit! Thanks for sharing!
I want to use regular marshmallows since I have them here. How many would I use ?
Thanks !
Just use 10 oz. regular-sized marshmallows.
Made these yesterday for the bake sale at my son’s preschool. Made them just as is and they were amazing ans sooo easy!
This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you thank you a hundred times!
I made it yesterday, just as posted, only I did it in the microwave. I melted the butter, added pumpkin, zapped it about a minute removed it and added the spices and vanilla. I let it cool as directed and then zapped it again, briefly when I added the marshmallows. Zapped it just enough to melt them. Put in a 9″ pan and refrigerated it until I cut it. Really Yummy! The combination of spices gives it a unique taste. I will use this again. It’s a keeper. It’s even better than pumpkin pie!
These look delicious – can’t wait to make them and see what other recipes you have. I’m so bored with eating the same things :)
Just made them and oh my goodness are they delicious! I used 1/2 a tsp each cin, nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice (seemed redundant but worked well) and vanilla. Gunna drizzle with white choc and cut into halloween shapes for work. Ty again for the recipe!
I’ve made these and while I really like them, I personally prefer more marshmallow to cereal. So I think the next time I make these I’ll use a little less than 6 cups of cereal. Love this though!
I made these and they are soooo good. I did make with my homemade pumpkin spice and I think I will keep making them that way!
Only thing I’ll say is that…..They’re not crunchy.
They’re a lol more on the soft side. I’m pretty sure it has to do with the addition of the pumpkin puree, so I’ll be playing with those ratios. Other than that, these are going to be made alot this pumpkin season.