Krispie Turkey

Name: Krispie Turkey
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10 - 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided; 2 (10-oz.) bags mini marshmallows; 1 (12-oz.) box Rice Krispies cereal; Cooking spray; 1/2 c. (100 g.) granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling; Candy of your choice, for filling; Gloves, a 16-oz. lightweight plastic cup (such as Solo), turkey frills

By Olwen PhillipsPublished: Nov 6, 2024

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rice krispie treats shaped into a turkey filled with candy

PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Yields:

10 - 12 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and of course, turkey. But this year, why settle for the usual when you could elevate your holiday game with a turkey sculpture made entirely out of Rice Krispies treats? Yes, you read that right. Before you roll your eyes and call your relatives to cancel the invitation, let us explain why this mind-blowing culinary innovation is the peak of modern Thanksgiving genius.

Forget the kitchen nightmares of overcooked turkeys and dry white meat. With a Rice Krispies turkey, your worries are over! It’s a work of art and a culinary delight rolled into one. Channel your inner Michelangelo as you sculpt the perfect gobbler, ensuring every curve and contour is a testament to your creative prowess. Nonstick cooking spray will be your best friend as you unlock your artistic genius, so don’t be afraid to use it liberally.

A Rice Krispies turkey sculpture is a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Kids? Check. Adults? Double check. Grandma? She’ll love it. This crispy creation is guaranteed to be the talk of the table. Imagine the look on your guests' faces when you unveil your masterpiece, glistening with cinnamon-sugar goodness. It’s Instagram gold, and it’ll make everyone forget about the dry turkey Aunt Linda made last year. Your Rice Krispies turkey will be the highlight of the meal, sparking discussions, laughter, and maybe even a few friendly debates about whether it’s genius or madness. Either way, it’s memorable.

So this Thanksgiving, step out of your culinary comfort zone and embrace the future of festive feasting. Make a turkey sculpture out of Rice Krispies treats and watch as your holiday transforms from traditional to extraordinary. Your guests will thank you, your Instagram followers will envy you, and you’ll have a Thanksgiving memory that’s as sweet as it is unforgettable.

Did you try making this? Let us know how it went in the comments!

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Ingredients

1 cup
(2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided
2
(10-oz.) bags mini marshmallows
1
(12-oz.) box Rice Krispies cereal
Cooking spray
1/2 cup
(100 g.) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp.
ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling
Candy of your choice, for filling

Equipment Needed

Gloves, a 16-oz. lightweight plastic cup (such as Solo), turkey frills

Directions

1. Step 1In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt 1/2 c. butter. Stir in marshmallows until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in Rice Krispies.
2. Step 2Put on gloves and spray palms with cooking spray. Scoop out about 2 c. Rice Krispies mixture and place on a large platter. Flatten into roughly the shape of the bottom of a turkey. This will be your turkey’s base.
3. Step 3Coat outside of plastic cup with cooking spray. Place on base of turkey so opening of cup is where opening of turkey cavity would be.
4. Step 4Working quickly, use about 4 c. Rice Krispies mixture to form body of turkey around cup. (You don’t need to measure exactly because time is of the essence; just be sure to reserve enough Rice Krispies mixture for legs and wings.) Leave open end of cup outside the turkey so it can be removed later.
5. Step 5Use more Rice Krispies mixture to form 2 football-shaped pieces as the thighs (about 3/4 c. each). Press into body of turkey to adhere. Use more Rice Krispies mixture to form 2 drumsticks (about 1/2 c. each). Place drumsticks on top of thighs and press to secure.
6. Step 6Use remaining Rice Krispies mixture to form 4 small, oblong football shapes to be the wings. Secure to sides of turkey. Refrigerate until set, about 20 minutes.
7. Step 7Meanwhile, in a small pot over medium-low heat, melt remaining 1/2 c. butter. Add sugar and cinnamon and cook, stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Gently brush over turkey to create a golden brown sheen. Sprinkle with more cinnamon.
8. Step 8Carefully remove cup from turkey’s cavity and fill with candy. Place turkey frills on drumsticks, securing with a toothpick.