Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats
Elevate your classic Rice Krispie Treats with the rich flavors of brown butter and dulce de leche for a nostalgic yet sophisticated treat.
Ingredients
For the Treats
- 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup mini marshmallows You can use regular marshmallows if needed.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter Butter should be browned for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche Can be substituted with caramel sauce if unavailable.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown.
- Add the mini marshmallows and salt to the browned butter, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the dulce de leche and vanilla extract.
- In a large bowl, combine the Rice Krispies with the melted mixture, mixing until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan.
- Allow to cool and set before cutting into squares.
Notes
These treats can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. Keep in mind they firm up a bit; microwave briefly to soften if needed. Adjust the amount of marshmallows to achieve desired consistency.