Whiskers’ Spooky Coconut Crunch Delights
Elevate your Halloween dessert offerings with these whimsical Whiskers’ Spooky Coconut Crunch Delights! Inspired by Tim Burton's beloved film 'Frankenweenie,' these fun and festive Rice Krispie treats are shaped like Mr. Whiskers, the charmingly mischievous cat full of antics. Each bite combines the satisfying crunch of Rice Krispies, the sweet gooeyness of marshmallows, and the delightful texture of shredded coconut. Perfect for any Halloween gathering, these treats not only look spooktacular but will also enchant guests of all ages with their delicious flavor and clever design. Whether you serve them as a unique party favor or a show-stopping centerpiece, these treats are sure to be a hit among fans of spooky, sweet delights!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Rice Krispies cereal
6 cups (None)
Butter
2 tablespoons (plus more for work station) (Melted)
Mini marshmallows
4 cups (None)
Egg whites
3 (Whisked until frothy)
Confectioners' sugar
4 cups (None)
Shredded and sweetened coconut
4 cups (None)
White chocolate candy melts
8 (Melted)
Edible wafer paper
1 sheet (Cut into shapes)
Pretzel sticks
48 inches (Used for arms and legs)
Powdered black food coloring
1 teaspoon (Mixed with vodka)
Unflavored vodka
1 teaspoon (Mixed with food coloring)
Instructions
1
Start by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Once melted, add in the mini marshmallows, stirring constantly until they are completely melted and smooth. Remove the pot from the heat.
2
Stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before handling.
3
Coat your hands and a clean working surface with a bit more butter. Shape the cooled mixture into Mr. Whiskers figures, using your hands to form the heads and bodies of the cats.
4
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Gradually mix in the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time until the mixture reaches a thick, creamy consistency. Reserve half of this icing in a piping bag and refrigerate.
5
To the remaining icing, add 3 tablespoons of room-temperature water to thin it out for coating. This will help it flow more easily over the treats.
6
Place the formed Rice Krispie treats onto a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking tray to catch drippings. Brush or pour half of the thinned royal icing over each cat shape and let them set for 1 to 1.5 hours.
7
Once the first layer has set, repeat the process with the remaining royal icing. Immediately sprinkle shredded coconut over the wet icing, ensuring each treat is well-coated.
8
Next, cut out shapes from the edible wafer paper to mimic Mr. Whiskers' fur and adhere them to the body of the treats using melted white chocolate as glue. Add candy melt eyes, sticking them in place with the royal icing from your piping bag.
9
Mix the powdered black food coloring with unflavored vodka to create a paint. Using a fine brush, apply the mixture to the candy melt eyes for pupils and add any desired shadows around the treats, allowing it to dry quickly without stickiness from the vodka.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Whiskers’ Spooky Coconut Crunch Delights?
They are festive Rice Krispie treats shaped like Mr. Whiskers the cat from Tim Burton's Frankenweenie, featuring a coconut coating and royal icing details.
What movie inspired this recipe?
These treats are inspired by Tim Burton's beloved film 'Frankenweenie'.
What are the primary ingredients for the treat base?
The base is made from Rice Krispies cereal, butter, and mini marshmallows.
How do you shape the cat figures?
The cooled Rice Krispie mixture is shaped by hand into heads and bodies, using butter on the hands to prevent sticking.
How is the royal icing prepared?
It is made by whisking egg whites until frothy and gradually adding confectioners' sugar until thick and creamy.
Why is the royal icing thinned out with water?
Thinning the icing with water helps it flow more easily for a smooth coating over the cat shapes.
How many layers of icing are applied to the treats?
Two layers of thinned royal icing are applied to ensure an even and complete coating.
When should the shredded coconut be added?
The shredded coconut should be sprinkled immediately after the second layer of royal icing is applied while it is still wet.
What is the purpose of the edible wafer paper?
The wafer paper is cut into shapes and used to mimic Mr. Whiskers' fur on the treats.
How do you adhere the wafer paper to the treats?
Melted white chocolate is used as a glue to stick the wafer paper fur to the bodies of the cats.
What are the eyes made of?
The eyes are made using white chocolate candy melts, which are attached using royal icing.
Why is vodka used in the food coloring mixture?
Vodka is used because it evaporates quickly, allowing the painted details to dry without making the icing sticky.
How are the pupils of the eyes created?
They are painted onto the candy melts using a mixture of powdered black food coloring and unflavored vodka.
What are the pretzel sticks used for in the recipe?
Pretzel sticks are used to represent the arms and legs of the Mr. Whiskers figures.
How long does the first layer of icing need to set?
The first layer of thinned royal icing should set for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
How much Rice Krispies cereal is required?
The recipe requires 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal.
What kind of coconut is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of shredded and sweetened coconut.
How many egg whites are needed for the royal icing?
Three egg whites are used to create the base of the royal icing.
Can I store the royal icing?
Yes, half of the thick icing should be reserved in a piping bag and refrigerated until needed for detailing.
What is the best way to melt the marshmallows?
Melt them in a large pot over medium heat with butter, stirring constantly until smooth.
How do you prevent the cereal mixture from sticking to your hands?
Coat your hands with butter before handling and shaping the mixture.
What is used to catch the icing drippings?
A wire rack set over a foil-lined baking tray is used to catch the excess royal icing.
How much butter is used in the main mixture?
Two tablespoons of butter are melted into the marshmallow mixture.
What type of food coloring is recommended?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of powdered black food coloring.
Are these treats suitable for a Halloween party?
Yes, they are designed as spooktacular Halloween desserts or party favors for guests of all ages.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed for the icing?
The recipe requires 4 cups of confectioners' sugar.
What texture do these delights have?
They combine a crunchy cereal base with gooey marshmallows and soft shredded coconut.
What is the purpose of the unflavored vodka?
It is mixed with the black food coloring to create a fast-drying edible paint.
How much wafer paper is used?
The recipe uses one sheet of edible wafer paper cut into various fur shapes.
What should the consistency of the royal icing be before thinning?
It should reach a thick, creamy consistency before you reserve half and thin the rest.