Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treats Recipe
Indulge in these decadent Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treats, where the nutty aroma of browned butter elevates the classic marshmallow and cereal combination to a gourmet level. Perfect for a quick and easy dessert or snack!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 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
- 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the butter turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma, about 4–5 minutes.
- Immediately reduce the heat to low and stir in the mini marshmallows and salt. Stir until the marshmallows are fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Quickly add the crispy rice cereal and mix until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan using a spatula or greased hands.
- Let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a gourmet twist, stir in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips or drizzle with melted dark chocolate after pressing into the pan.
- Using fresh marshmallows makes the treats extra soft and gooey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
