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Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats

Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: Indulge in Sweet Crunch

Experience the delightful taste of Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats, a nostalgic treat with a rich, buttery flavor and a satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Provides richness; essential for making the caramel.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and depth to your caramel; light or dark works well.
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup Helps create a smooth caramel sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Creates a luscious caramel sauce.
For the Treats
  • 4 cups Marshmallows The binding agent giving the treats their classic chewy texture.
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies The crunchy base essential for the best texture.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 pinch Finishing Salt (e.g., Maldon Sea Salt) Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter until completely liquid. Stir in 1 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of corn syrup until well combined and bubbling slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully add 1/2 cup of heavy cream, mixing continuously until smooth.
  3. Add 4 cups of mini marshmallows to the caramel mixture, stirring constantly over low heat until fully melted, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies into the warm mixture until evenly coated. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  5. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan and transfer the Rice Krispie mixture, spreading it out evenly. Press down firmly with a spatula.
  6. Sprinkle a generous pinch of finishing salt over the top and let the treats cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  7. Once cooled, slice them into squares or rectangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

These treats can be made gluten-free by swapping ingredients appropriately. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 1 week.

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