Browned Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
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Browned Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Description
This Browned Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe begins by browning unsalted butter on medium heat to develop a golden color and nutty aroma. After the butter is browned, miniature marshmallows are added and melted over low heat until smooth and combined, creating a rich marshmallow mixture. Sea salt is stirred in to balance sweetness and add a slight savory note. The mixture is then folded together with Rice Krispies cereal to coat every piece evenly. The treat is pressed into a greased 9x13 pan, and after sprinkling with a pinch of flaked sea salt on top, it's allowed to cool and set before cutting.
The browned butter adds complexity and richness compared to the traditional butter flavor, while the sea salt on top contrasts nicely with the sweet marshmallows and crispy cereal, giving a more nuanced taste experience. The texture remains crisp yet chewy, typical of Rice Krispie treats, but with a deeper buttery flavor.
These treats make a nostalgic snack or dessert option and can be portioned easily. Cooling completely ensures clean cutting and better texture.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter unsalted
- 1 (16-ounce) package miniature marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 8 cups Rice Krispies
- 1 pinch sea salt flaked
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9x13 pan and set aside.
- Add butter to a saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low, add marshmallows to the browned butter, and cook and stir until melted.
- Stir in sea salt to the mixture and remove from heat.
- Stir in Rice Krispies and mix until cereal is evenly coated. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Use wax paper or greased fingers to push the cereal mix into the dish.
- Sprinkle with flaked sea salt and let cool for at least 20 minutes before cutting into and serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 143 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 143kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 298mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1478IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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