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Easy Rice Krispie Treat Turkey Leg

A fun and simple dessert perfect for Thanksgiving, these rice krispie treat turkey legs are easy to make and delicious for both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows Use fresh marshmallows for the best texture and taste.
  • 3 tablespoons butter Melt over low heat.
  • as needed Pretzel rods To resemble turkey legs.
  • as needed Chocolate candy melts Use brown melts for coating.
  • as needed Candy corn For decoration.
  • as needed Wax paper For shaping and setting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
  2. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until they melt and blend with the butter.
  3. Remove the pot from heat and add the Rice Krispies cereal. Mix until well combined.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then scoop out about a cup of the mixture and mold it into a turkey leg shape.
  5. Wrap the 'leg' around the bottom of each pretzel rod to create the turkey leg.
  6. Dip the leg into the melted chocolate candy melts to coat it.
  7. Place the coated legs on wax paper to set.
  8. Decorate with candy corn for a fun look.

Notes

Store any leftover turkey legs in an airtight container at room temperature. They are best enjoyed within a few days, as they may become a bit stale if left out for too long. Get creative with decorations; you can use different candies to personalize your turkey legs!