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Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
Caramel Rice Krispie Treats combine the classic crispy texture of puffed rice cereal with a rich, gooey blend of melted caramel squares, butter, and marshmallows. The addition of salt balances the sweetness, creating a chewy, sweet snack bar that's easy to press into shape and slice. These treats are set in a pan and left to firm up before serving, making them great for parties or casual snacking.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings:
12
servings
Calories:
259 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259
% 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.