Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats. This simple dessert elevates the classic Rice Krispie treat by incorporating the nutty richness of brown butter and the creamy sweetness of dulce de leche. Perfect for any gathering, these treats will enchant both children and adults alike. With just a few ingredients and quick preparation, they make a fantastic addition to parties or family celebrations. These bars are easy to customize, allowing you to add your favorite toppings or mix-ins for an even more personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 cups mini vegan marshmallows
- 6 cups cinnamon sugar-flavored Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 can dulce de Leche
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9-inch pan with non-stick spray and line it with foil or parchment paper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and add salt and 8 cups mini vegan marshmallows; stir until melted and smooth.
- Mix in vanilla extract and pour over Rice Krispies in a large bowl; mix until evenly coated.
- Fold in remaining marshmallows gently, then layer half of the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Spread dulce de leche over this layer before topping with the rest of the rice krispie mixture.
- Gently press down and allow to cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg