Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
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Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
Description
Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are made by melting butter and caramel squares together, then blending in marshmallows until smooth. A pinch of salt is added to provide contrast to the sweetness. The mixture is combined with Rice Krispies cereal or any puffed rice cereal to achieve a light but chewy texture. Pressed evenly into a prepared baking dish, the mixture sets after about 30 minutes, firming up for easy cutting into bars.
The caramel and marshmallow mixture coats the cereal pieces, providing a soft and sticky texture with crispy edges from the cereal. The salt incorporated during melting enhances the caramel's flavor depth without overpowering the sweet base. This treat is a variation on traditional rice crispy bars, offering a buttery caramel twist.
Once set, these bars can be served as a handheld dessert or sweet snack, ideal for gatherings or an uncomplicated homemade sweet. They hold together well and maintain chewiness without becoming crumbly.
Measurements for cereal are given both by volume and weight for accuracy. Careful melting and constant stirring prevent burning the caramel. Allowing the mixture to set fully ensures clean slicing of the bars.
Ingredients
- 1 (11 oz) bag caramel squares unwrapped, wrapped
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 16 oz. mini marshmallows
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 7 cups Rice Krispies or puffed rice cereal
Instructions
- Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or rub with butter. Set aside.
- In a large pot (I like to use a Dutch oven), slightly melt the butter, then add the caramels. Cook, stirring constantly, until the caramels are mostly melted.
- Add the marshmallows to the pot and continue to stir until the marshmallows are melted. Stir in the salt.
- Remove from the heat and stir the Rice Krispies into the mixture. Stir lightly, making sure the cereal is evenly coated with the caramel marshmallow mixture.
- Immediately pour into the prepared baking dish. Lightly press the cereal into a single layer - you don’t want to compact the cereal, but you want it all evenly pressed in.
- Let the bars sit until they are set up, at least 30 minutes, then slice into squares.
Notes
- When measuring cereal by weight, 7 cups equals approximately 6.3 ounces.
- Use constant stirring while melting caramels and butter to avoid scorching.
- Let bars cool and firm for at least 30 minutes before slicing to achieve clean pieces.
- Nutritional information may vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bar | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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