Description
Rich, gooey Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats offer a gourmet twist on a classic dessert. Combining the nutty depth of browned butter with luscious caramel sweetness from dulce de leche, these chewy treats are quick, easy, and irresistibly indulgent—perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 10 oz (about 40) large marshmallows
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sea salt, flaky, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat in a heavy-bottomed pan. Stir constantly as it foams and then starts to brown, developing a fragrant, toasted aroma. Once it reaches a golden brown color, immediately remove from heat to prevent burning.
- Melt the Marshmallows: Add the marshmallows directly to the warm brown butter. Stir continuously until the marshmallows melt into a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Mix in Dulce de Leche and Vanilla: Stir in the dulce de leche and vanilla extract until fully combined with the melted marshmallow mixture, creating a creamy, caramel-rich base.
- Combine with Rice Krispies: Gently fold the Rice Krispies cereal into the mixture, ensuring every piece is evenly coated without crushing the cereal. Work quickly as the mixture begins to set.
- Press into Pan and Set: Transfer the mixture into a parchment-lined pan. Press down firmly but gently with a spatula or your hands to create an even, compact layer. Allow to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate until firm enough to cut into squares.
Notes
- Watch the butter carefully as it browns quickly; remove from heat as soon as it turns golden to avoid bitterness.
- Use fresh marshmallows for optimal smoothness and stretchiness.
- Gently fold in the cereal to maintain a light, crisp texture rather than making dense bars.
- Press firmly but avoid over-compressing to preserve crunchiness.
- Add a pinch of sea salt in the mixture or on top to balance the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop melting and pressing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Rice Krispie Treats, brown butter, dulce de leche, caramel, chewy dessert, easy dessert, sweet treat