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Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats

Irresistible Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats

These Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats combine nutty brown butter with creamy dulce de leche for an irresistible dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter Provides richness and depth of flavor; crucial for browning.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic sweetness and enhances overall flavor.
  • 10 cups Mini Marshmallows Provide sweetness and structure; essential for binding.
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal Main structure and crunch; cinnamon sugar flavored recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1/2 can Dulce de Leche Adds rich, creamy flavor and texture.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch pan
  • large pot
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • cooking spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and lining with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  2. Brown the butter in a large pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and nutty.
  3. Melt the sea salt and 8 cups of mini marshmallows in the pot with the brown butter.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract, then pour the marshmallow mixture over the Rice Krispies in a bowl and mix until coated.
  5. Layer the mixture in the prepared pan, pressing half down, spreading dulce de leche, and topping with the rest of the mixture.
  6. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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