Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining gooey marshmallows with crunchy Rice Krispies and rich salted caramel. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for lunchboxes, movie nights, or as a sweet indulgence anytime. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can whip up these delightful bars that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz large marshmallows
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely. Add the marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in the Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
- Drizzle half of the salted caramel sauce into the mixture; stir to combine without crushing the cereal too much.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Drizzle remaining salted caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg