Rice Krispies Ghost Treats

For some reason I've been thinking a lot about Rice Krispie Treats lately. This may have to do with the fact that I'm on a strict diet or Kellogg's is doing one heck of a good job marketing their pre-made versions as they seem to be everywhere I go. Or maybe I'm just hungry.

Whatever the reason, I went to the Kellogg's website to check out nutrition facts thinking that I could probably eat just one...and I found this recipe for coconut ghost treats. They are so cute and they're only 140 calories. I'm definitely going to have to make these soon.

Coconut Ghost Treats™

* 3 tablespoons butter or margarine

* 1 package (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows

* - or -

* 4 cups miniature marshmallows

* 6 cups Kellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal

* Flaked coconut

* Canned frosting or decorating gel

* Assorted candies

Directions

1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add KELLOGG'S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Using 1/2-cup measuring cup coated with cooking spray divide warm cereal mixture into portions. Using buttered hands shape each portion into ghost shape. Cool. Decorate with coconut, frosting and/or candies. Best if served the same day.

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:

In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary.

Prep Time: 20 minutes / Total Time: 40 minutes / Servings: 12

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