Last Updated on August 26, 2026 by PorchLightReading
These easy pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats are a simple fall dessert made with crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, butter, and pumpkin pie spice. They’re soft, chewy and full of those familiar fall flavors!
No baking required. Sometimes that’s just how we like it.
Since fall is officially upon us, all the treats, desserts and dinner plans have changed from salads and BBQ to warm and comforting. It’s a welcome change for most people, even if you do have to pretend it’s autumn in some of the warmer parts of the country. Like here. It’s hot!
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- Table of contents: Pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats
- Why you’ll love this recipe
- Ingredients you’ll need
- How to make pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats
- Homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe
- 3 Decorating ideas
- Tips for making this soft and chewy dessert
- Why this recipe doesn’t call for pumpkin puree
- Jump to recipe
The cozy socks go on and fall scents are added to the candle warmer. I’d say it’s the best season but that’s just my inner New England girl, showing her true colors.
So it’s official, we’re getting ready for pumpkin this, comfort food that and all the desserts in between. Including these quick and easy, irresistible, homemade pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats.
Just remember to take off the socks and put on the flip flops before picking the kids up from school. Since, here, it’s still 85 degrees at the end of September. Yikes!
PUMPKIN SPICE RICE KRISPIE TREATS
These pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats are so easy to make you can’t really call it baking at all! They only require a few simple pantry ingredients, you may already have on hand, and come together in no time!
It’s the perfect little fall dessert to get the kids, both young and tweens, involved. They can easily count out the marshmallows, add the spices, and decorate them to their liking.
A simple drizzle on top, a dipped Rick Krispie square, or turn these little snacks into a pumpkin! Don’t worry, I’ll tell you how just below.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking
- Simple ingredients
- Soft and chewy
- Pumpkin spice flavor
- Easy fall dessert
- White chocolate makes them extra special
- Great to make with the kids!
Ingredients
- 6 cups Krispie Rice cereal
- 3 TBS butter
- 40 regular sized marshmallows (or 10 oz. mini marshmallows)
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 4 oz. white chocolate for dipping
*Recipe makes 16 rectangles treats in a 9″x13″ baking dish.
How To Make Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats
Melt the butter- Heat a large sauce pan on low. Melt 3 TBS butter. Once melted, add 40 marshmallows (or 10 oz mini marshmallows) and stir frequently until melted and smooth. Add 2 tsp. of pumpkin pie spice. Stir together and remove from heat.
*Note- If you melt the marshmallows too quickly, you’ll end up with hard pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats. Low and slow is the way to go.
Krispie Rice Cereal- Add 6 cups of Krispie rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Stir to coat evenly. Lightly spray a baking dish with cooking spray (or line with parchment paper) and gently press mixture into the baking dish. Allow to cool at last 30 minutes before cutting.
WHITE CHOCOLATE
Once fully cooled, cut into evenly sliced squares or rectangles. Melt 4 oz. of white chocolate and dip each Rice Krispie treat into the melted chocolate. Allow extra chocolate to drip off. Lay flat on a baking tray with mat and allow the chocolate to set.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice and ground cloves.
If you don’t happen to have any pumpkin pie spice on hand, you can make your own using these ingredients. Use 1 tsp. cinnamon, ¼ tsp. ginger, ¼ tsp. allspice, ¼ tsp. ground cloves and ¼ tsp. nutmeg.
Decorating Fall Rice Krispie Treats
Dip in white chocolate- Earlier we talked about cutting them into rectangles once they are cool, and dipping them into white chocolate. If you happen to have any sprinkles that are fall colored, that would be a great addition to making these treats even more fall related!
White chocolate drizzle- If you’re looking for a more flavor with less fuss, you can melt some white chocolate and give it a good drizzle right one top! It still gives them a bit of extra sweetness without the fuss or time having to dip each rectangle.
Drizzle on top using a spoon or pipe with a piping bag (or sandwich bag with a small cut at the tip) for a more professional look.
Pumpkin spice (and shaped) Rice Krispies dipped in white chocolate- Ok, let’s get fancy. If you’re looking to really kick these up for fall you can shape each one into a small ball, add a pretzel stick, allow to set, and dip in white chocolate colored with orange food coloring!
Now this process is way more in depth but these little pumpkin spice Krispie Treats are absolutely delicious and adorable!
- Tips
- Make as directed above. Instead of pressing into a 9″x13″ pan, allow to cool in the pot. Once cool and pliable, spray your hands with cooking spray and make medium sized balls with the Krispie mixture. If it feels too sticky and won’t keep its shape, allow to cool longer and try again.
- Add a pretzel rod to each one as a stem. Allow to fully set.
- Use one cup white chocolate and ¼ cup coconut oil. Microwave for 25 seconds and stir. Add orange food coloring. (using coconut oil allows this mixture to turn into a nice liquid for dipping, but still hardens once cooled.)
- Dip each one by the pretzel stem and set aside to fully set.
- Decorate and add leaves by melting white chocolate with green food coloring and pipe on the leaves.
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TIPS FOR SOFT AND CHEWY KRISPIE TREATS
You want these pumpkin spice Rice Krispie Treats to have that classic soft and chewy texture, and we can make sure they do by the following.
Use Fresh Marshmallows: Fresh marshmallows melt more evenly than stale ones. Be sure to check the expiration date on your marshmallow package.
Low Heat: When melting butter and marshmallows, use low heat to avoid scorching them. Stir constantly and be patient. High heat can result in a tough texture.
Stir Frequently: Stir the marshmallows and butter mixture constantly to prevent sticking and burning. A silicone spatula works well for this.
Press Gently: Transfer the mixture into a lined baking dish and press it down gently using a spatula or your hands. This helps to create soft, chewy treats.
Cooling Time: Allow the treats to cool in the dish at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting. This helps them set properly.
Use Parchment Paper: Lining your pan with parchment paper makes it easier to remove and cut the treats without sticking.
- Use fresh marshmallows
- Keep the heat low
- Don’t overcook the marshmallows
- Don’t press the cereal too hard
- Let them cool before cutting.
WHY DOESN’T THIS RECIPE CALL FOR PUMPKIN PUREE
You might have noticed that this recipe doesn’t use pumpkin puree, and that’s intentional. I’ve tried making Rice Krispie treats with pumpkin puree, but found that the added moisture made them too soft and a little soggy.
I prefer using pumpkin pie spice instead because it gives these treats that familiar fall flavor while keeping the soft, chewy texture of a classic Rice Krispie treat.
HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days. If you stack them, be sure to place wax paper or parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
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These pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats are so easy to make and take no time at all! It’s a great dish to bring to family gatherings and one that the kids will love to help make. It’s the perfect autumn dessert that everyone will be grabbing for. So maybe make extra.
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Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 3 TBS butter
- 40 marshmallows
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 4 oz white chocolate
Instructions
- Heat a large sauce pan on low. Melt 3 TBS butter. Once melted, add 40 marshmallows (or 10 oz mini marshmallows) and stir frequently until melted and smooth. Add 2 tsp. of pumpkin pie spice. Stir together and remove from heat.
- Add 6 cups of Krispie rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Stir to coat evenly. Lightly spray a 9"x13" baking dish with cooking spray (or line with parchment paper) and press mixture gently into the baking dish. Allow to cool at last 30 minutes before cutting.
- Once full cooled, cut into evenly sliced squares or rectangles. Melt 4 oz. of white chocolate and dip each pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treat into the melted chocolate. Allow extra chocolate to drip off. Lay flat on a baking tray with mat and allow to fully set.
- Serve and enjoy!
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