Meat-Look Rice Krispie Bars (Printer-Friendly Version)
Easy, spooky Rice Krispie bars shaped to mimic raw meat with red velvet and sprinkles coating.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Fats
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Sweeteners & Flavors
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1 bag (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
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½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon cream cheese bakery emulsion
→ Baking Mixes & Spices
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¾ cup red velvet cake mix
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon red gel food coloring
→ Cereals & Toppings
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6 cups Rice Krispies toasted rice cereal
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1 cup red jimmies sprinkles
→ Preparation Aids
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Cooking oil spray (or butter) for shaping
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter until foamy but not browned. Add mini marshmallows and stir gently until fully melted and smooth.
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Remove the pan from heat. Stir in vanilla extract, cream cheese emulsion, salt, and red velvet cake mix until the mixture is smooth. Add red gel food coloring and mix to achieve a uniform vibrant red.
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Fold in the Rice Krispies cereal carefully using a rubber spatula until all pieces are evenly coated; work promptly before the mixture begins to set.
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Lightly coat hands with cooking spray or butter. Press and shape the mixture into irregular rectangles, ovals, or patties to simulate raw meat. Generously sprinkle red jimmies on top and pat gently to adhere and create a textured surface.
# Additional Tips:
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Work quickly to shape before the mixture cools and firms up. For enhanced realism, consider layering sprinkles inside the mixture. Wearing gloves coated with cooking spray can ease shaping and cleanup.
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If the mixture is too soft to handle, chill for 5–10 minutes to firm before final shaping.