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    Easy Cornflake Pumpkins

    Home » Holidays » Halloween » Easy Cornflake Pumpkins

    Published September 8, 2014 Last Updated October 5, 2019 / By Jessica 5 Comments

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    Looking for a fun Fall or Halloween Treat? These easy cornflake pumpkins are sure to be a hit! 

    cornflake pumpkins with green licorice stems on a white marble countertop

    Yay! It is officially September, which in my book means all things pumpkin! My three year old isn't crazy about the actual pumpkin flavor (not that I won't keep trying!) but I wanted to make a festive treat that we could all enjoy making and eating together. What better than these easy cornflake pumpkins?

    Cornflake Pumpkins

    I first thought of these cute cornflake pumpkins because of the Easy Cornflake Wreaths that Lauren shared on the blog last year for Christmas!  What kid doesn't love those?  

    If you want some other perfect fall treats, try our gourmet caramel apples or our amazing 

    Anyway, I had a great time creating these little pumpkins in the kitchen with my two little helpers! It's a great treat to make with kids, because it is quick, easy and of course, delicious. 

    orange cornflake marshmallow treats and green licorice on a white countertop

    Don't get caught up in making perfect pumpkin shapes. This mixture is super sticky and the more you touch it the harder it is to work with! Just drop a large spoonful in place, and I promise they will look pumpkin enough!

    My kids favorite part was sticking in the stems (and sneaking them of course!) cute little hooligans! Also, may I just add, these taste WAYYY better than rice crispy treats in my opinion. We always make ours with corn flakes around these parts.. mmmm hmmm!

    cornflake pumpkins with green licorice stems on a white marble countertop

    If you make this recipe and like it we would love for you to leave us a comment and positive rating! They mean so much to us! 

    cornflake pumpkins with green licorice stems on a white marble countertop

    Easy Cornflake Pumpkins

    Looking for a fun Fall or Halloween Treat? These easy cornflake marshmallow pumpkins are sure to be a hit! 
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Resting Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 18
    Calories: 145kcal
    Author: Pretty Providence

    Ingredients

    • 6 cups cornflakes
    • ½ cup butter
    • 5 cups marshmallows
    • orange food coloring I mixed red and yellow
    • Green Apple Twizzlers pull and peel licorice
    • wax paper

    Instructions

    • Melt butter and marshmallows in a large saucepan over medium heat.
    • Once completely melted, add in food coloring until desired orange color is obtained.
    • Stir in cornflakes until well mixed.
    • Drop mixture in large spoonfuls onto wax paper.
    • Cut "stems" out of Twizzlers and stick into tops of pumpkins.
    • Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1treat | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 2.8mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

    Happy pumpkin making everybody!

    cornflake pumpkin on a green and white striped napkin

    Check out these other easy Halloween treats: 

    Halloween Dirt Cups
    Easy Spider Halloween Cookies
    Monster Pretzel Hugs
    Easy Mummy Brownies
    Monster Marshmallow Popcorn
    Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats

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    This post was originally published on September 8th, 2014 and has been updated. 

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    Comments

    1. Daniela

      September 08, 2014 at 9:52 am

      I love this idea! It seems super easy, too. I'm totally making these!

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    2. Pam from Over the Big Moon

      September 08, 2014 at 9:33 am

      So cute! My kids would love these!

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    3. Amber @ DessertNowDinnerLater!

      September 08, 2014 at 9:28 am

      Adorable! My kids would have so much fun with these!

      Reply
    4. Better From Scratch

      September 08, 2014 at 6:52 am

      Oh I just love this idea!! The pumpkins turned out SOO cute!!!!

      Reply
      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        September 08, 2014 at 8:03 am

        Thanks Laury!! It's all inspired by YOU!

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