Pumpkin Spice Krispie Treats

I don't remember where I found this recipe, but it has been much requested by family and friends. It is a fresh take on the standard treat and is especially appropriate during the fall months.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 24
• Yields: 24 bars

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons butter or 3  tablespoons margarine
• 4  cups miniature marshmallows
• 1  teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 6  cups  crispy rice cereal

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
2. Remove from heat.
3. Stir in pumpkin pie spice.
4. Add crispy rice cereal. Stir until completely coated.
5. Using a buttered spatula or waxed paper, evenly press the rice mixture into a 13- x 9- x 2-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray.
6. Cool.
7. Cut into 2-inch squares.