Pumped up for Pumpkins: Rice Krispie Treats

What is Halloween without pumpkins?  Halloween is a spooky, haunting, and fun holiday full of sweet treats.  Try this quick and easy recipe to enjoy on Halloween night.

You will need:

• 6 Cups Rice Krispie Cereal
• 3 Tbsp. Butter
• 10 oz. Marshmallows (approximately 1 bag)
• Red & Yellow Food Coloring (to make orange color)
• 12 Tootsie Rolls
• 1 Green Fruit Roll-up (you will only be able to find the blue/green combo in the grocery store)

Directions:

1.     Melt your butter in a large sauce pan over low heat
2.     Add marshmallows and stir constantly until melted
3.     Remove from heat
4.     Add approximately 4 drops of red food coloring & 2 drop yellow food coloring- Add until you have a nice bright orange color
5.     Mix in Rice Krispies
6.     Form small balls into the shape of a pumpkin (Tip: Add Non-Stick Cooking Spray (Pam) or Crisco to your hands before forming your balls)
7.     Cut Tootsie Roll in Half and add a half into each pumpkin while still warm
8.     Cut small leaves from the green portion of your Fruit Roll Up
9.     Enjoy!