A Sweet & Salty Indulgence Recipe
These Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with a crunchy base, gooey caramel layer, and a decadent chocolate drizzle. They are a delightful indulgence for any occasion.
- Author: Bennett
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Rice Krispie Base:
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces marshmallows
- 5 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Salted Caramel Layer:
- 10 ounces caramels or caramel bites, unwrapped
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 5 tablespoons butter (for the caramel)
Chocolate Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 6 ounces milk chocolate chips
- Sea salt (for garnish)
- Prepare the Baking Dish – Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make the Rice Krispie Base – Melt 5 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, add marshmallows, stir until smooth. Remove from heat, mix in vanilla.
- Make the Salted Caramel Layer – Combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, and caramels in a saucepan. Melt and spread over Rice Krispie base. Sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Make the Chocolate Drizzle – Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips. Stir to form a smooth sauce. Drizzle over caramel layer.
- Add the Final Touches – Sprinkle sea salt over the chocolate drizzle. Let cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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