Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
134 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Description
Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats elevate the traditional cereal and marshmallow snack by incorporating butter that has been browned to develop deep, nutty flavors. After melting and browning the butter, marshmallows and vanilla extract are gently melted into the mixture to create a smooth binder. Crisped rice cereal is folded in carefully to retain crispness, and once spread into the pan, a light sprinkle of sea salt adds a subtle contrasting flavor. The combination yields treats that are chewy and crispy with an enhanced buttery depth.
The treats are set by cooling until firm enough to cut, making them ideal for casual snacking or sharing. The browned butter flavor complements the sweet marshmallows and crispy texture of the rice cereal without overpowering them.
For best results, the recipe suggests using European-style butter with higher butterfat content to intensify the flavor. These treats should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature and consumed within a few days for optimal freshness.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter salted
- 10 oz marshmallows mini or standard-sized
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups crisped rice cereal
- salt for sprinkling, sea salt
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 13x9” (33x23cm) baking dish with butter and set aside.
- Brown the butter: Place butter in a large pot and heat over medium-low heat until melted. Once melted, increase heat to medium (or just a notch above medium) and cook the butter, swirling and stirring as it begins to bubble and pop. Once the bubbling and popping slows down you will notice brown bits forming on the bottom of the pan – congratulations, your butter is browned!
- Once butter is browned, turn heat to low and add marshmallows and vanilla extract, stirring gently until marshmallows are just melted.
- Remove pot from heat and cereal. Stir gently until cereal is evenly coated.
- Spread into prepared pan and cool 5-10 minutes before sprinkling with sea salt. Allow to cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Using European-style butter boosts richness due to its higher butterfat content.
- Store the treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 11mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 177IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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