Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats
Brown butter dulce de leche rice krispie treats are an indulgent twist on a classic favorite. With their rich, nutty flavor from the brown butter and creamy sweetness of dulce de leche, these crispy squares melt in your mouth, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy movie night, these delightful treats are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown and nutty (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add mini marshmallows to the browned butter and stir until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and mix in dulce de leche and sea salt until well combined.
- Fold in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly without pressing too hard.
- Let cool at room temperature for at least one hour before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips before transferring to the baking dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.