Spiderweb Crunch
Get ready to dazzle your Halloween guests with Spiderweb Crunch, a spooktacular no-bake treat that combines crispy rice cereal, gooey marshmallow, and rich layers of chocolate. This easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, making it a perfect festive dessert for busy hosts. A dark chocolate topping serves as the base for a striking spiderweb design created with white chocolate, elevating this crispy, chewy delight into a Halloween showstopper. Add a pop of color with optional orange food coloring for the ultimate festive flair. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or simply craving a sweet seasonal snack, Spiderweb Crunch is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 3 drops orange food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
If desired, mix in the orange food coloring to give the marshmallow mixture a festive Halloween hue.
Remove the pot from heat and immediately stir in the crispy rice cereal, ensuring every piece is evenly coated with marshmallow.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a greased spatula or lightly buttered hands to press the mixture evenly into the pan.
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature, approximately 20-30 minutes.
Meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate chips and the white chocolate chips separately. For each, place the chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to each to achieve a glossy texture.
Pour the melted dark chocolate over the cooled cereal mixture and spread it evenly to create a thin, chocolate layer.
Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or a small resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped off.
Draw concentric circles (starting from the center and working outward) on the dark chocolate using the white chocolate. Use a toothpick or skewer to drag lines outward from the center of the circles, creating a spiderweb effect.
Let the chocolate set completely before cutting into squares or rectangles for serving. You can refrigerate the pan briefly to speed up the setting process.
Serve and enjoy your spooky Spiderweb Crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.4 g | 265% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.2 g | 571% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 5493 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1428.0 g | 519% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 640.3 g | ||
| Protein | 80.5 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 572 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 104.0 mg | 578% | |
| Potassium | 2933 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
