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Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats

A delightful twist on the classic Rice Krispie treats, enhanced with rich salted caramel and a drizzle of chocolate. Sweet and salty perfection in every bite!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Krispie Base

  • 5 tablespoons butter For greasing and adding richness.
  • 10 ounces marshmallows Mini or regular marshmallows can be used.
  • 5 cups Rice Krispie cereal The base texture for the treats.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

For the Salted Caramel Layer

  • 10 ounces caramels or caramel bites, unwrapped Kraft caramels are preferred.
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk Creates a creamier caramel.
  • 5 tablespoons butter For richness in the caramel layer.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For the chocolate drizzle.

For the Chocolate Drizzle

  • 6 ounces milk chocolate chips Enhances the overall flavor.
  • Sea salt for garnish Essential for flavor balance.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 5 tablespoons of butter. Add marshmallows, stirring until melted and smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Gently fold in Rice Krispie cereal, mixing until evenly coated. Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Caramel Layer

  • In another saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, 5 tablespoons of butter, and unwrapped caramels. Melt over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
  • Pour the caramel mixture over the Rice Krispie base and sprinkle with sea salt. Let it cool for about 15 minutes.

Chocolate Drizzle

  • Heat the heavy cream until bubbling, then pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
  • Drizzle the chocolate over the cooled caramel layer and sprinkle with more sea salt.

Finishing Touch

  • Allow the treats to set for about 1-2 hours before cutting into squares.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts or using different types of chocolate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Chocolate Drizzle, Easy Dessert, Rice Krispie Treats, Salted Caramel, Sweet and Salty
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