We are almost in the home stretch of Vegan MoFo 2012! I am admittedly a bit relieved because posting every day has overly challenged my delicate brain. It has also motivated me, which is always nice!
A few days ago I posted here and on Facebook about a 2-pound bag of Sweet & Sara marshmallows I received in the mail. I asked people what I should make and my favorite reply came from Jessica over at Awesome Vegan Rad. She suggested pumpkin rice crispy treats. What a super idea, right?
I finally had some time to attempt a recipe this afternoon. It wasn’t a complete success. It wasn’t a failure either. While the outcome tastes very pumpkin-y, the texture is a bit off. They are crispy and slightly soft. It’s hard to explain. They hold up fairly well after a short stint in the refrigerator. I think all the recipe needs is an adjustment in the amount of pumpkin puree. I will make them again, but for now, my sweet tooth is satisfied.
What a fun pumpkin twist on a classic, even if they didn’t turn out perfectly just yet! They sure look good! I just posted rice crispy treats today too! It must be that kind of day. :)
They taste pretty amazing too, so I’ll consider it a success! :) Your batch looks wonderful (and cute!).
They look heavenly!
For some reason I want to add peanut butter. It’s just one of those cold rainy days when I want PB with everything. {{sigh}} :)
I know what you’re saying. I have been on a nut addiction for the last week! I bet peanut butter and pumpkin are pretty good together… Maybe!
Hm! Pumpkin is an interesting addition. I like the orangey tint they get.
The color is quite pretty! And I suppose since pumpkin is healthy, these qualify as good-for-you treats!
Holy moly. I’m so glad you did this! Bummer about the texture, but I bet with some tweaking it would be amazing. I’ll have to snag a bag of vegan ‘mallows and try this out myself soon. (Good thing I have a trip to the ‘health food’ store planned for tomorrow.)
Last year I overdid it with the pumpkin and am still trying to reclaim my propensity towards it. It hasn’t helped that my dog eats canned pumpkin ever day; the smell is a little much. But, I’ve made concession for Lula’s incredible pumpkin ice cream so perhaps I can do the same for these delicious looking treats.
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