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Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats

Elevate a classic treat with browned butter and dulce de leche, creating irresistible, toasty, and caramel-sweet bites that are perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 5 Tablespoons Butter For browning.
  • ¼ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 10 Cups Mini Marshmallows (divided) Divided into portions.
  • 6 Cups Rice Krispies Cereal (cinnamon sugar flavored) Use cinnamon sugar flavored rice krispies.
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt (fine grain)
  • ½ can Dulce de Leche For layering.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spray a 9x9 inch pan with non-stick spray and line with foil or parchment paper sling, then spray again.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and let it brown.
  3. Once browned, remove from heat, add salt and 8 cups of mini marshmallows, stirring until melted and smooth.
  4. If necessary, return pot to low heat to finish melting marshmallows.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract.
  6. In a large bowl, measure out the rice krispies cereal and pour the melted marshmallows over the cereal, mixing well.
  7. Add the remaining marshmallows while still warm.
  8. Lightly press half of the mixture into the prepared pan.
  9. Spread dulce de leche evenly over the pressed rice krispies.
  10. Top with the remaining rice krispies mixture and press evenly in the pan.
  11. Let set at room temperature until cooled.
Serving
  1. Cut into squares with a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts for cleaner edges.
  2. Serve at room temperature for soft dulce de leche and optimal texture.
  3. For fancier presentation, dust with cinnamon sugar or drizzle warm dulce de leche on top.
Storage
  1. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, separated with parchment if necessary.
  2. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days and bring back to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Brown the butter slowly and keep an eye on the color to avoid burning. Lightly oil hands or spatula when pressing the mixture to avoid sticking.