Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence
If you’re craving a sweet and salty treat that’s reminiscent of childhood, look no further than Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence. This delightful recipe combines gooey vegan marshmallows and crispy cereal with an irresistible layer of rich salted caramel and luscious chocolate drizzle. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a sweet pick-me-up, these treats come together in just 30 minutes! They are not only quick to make but also a hit at family gatherings, making them an ideal dessert for sharing. Get ready to enjoy this easy-to-make indulgence that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces vegan marshmallows
- 5 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 ounces caramels or caramel bites
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 5 tablespoons butter (for caramel)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 6 ounces milk chocolate chips
- Sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 5 tablespoons butter, then add vegan marshmallows. Stir until smooth and melted, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- In another saucepan, melt sweetened condensed milk, caramels, and remaining butter over medium heat until smooth. Pour over the Rice Krispie base and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Heat heavy cream until bubbling at the edges, then pour over chocolate chips in a bowl, stirring until melted. Drizzle over the caramel layer and add more sea salt.
- Allow to set before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg