Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treats Recipe
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with these irresistible Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treats. With a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch, these bars are a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, browned
- 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows, plus 1 cup reserved
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until it foams and turns a deep golden brown with a nutty aroma.
- Immediately reduce the heat to low and stir in the 10-ounce bag of marshmallows (reserving 1 cup). Stir constantly until marshmallows are melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the salt and vanilla. Add the crispy rice cereal and stir until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the reserved 1 cup of marshmallows. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch pan and press in evenly using a spatula or wax paper.
- Let cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra texture, add chopped toasted nuts or drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
- Press the mixture gently to keep the bars soft and chewy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
