Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence
Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence. This simple yet satisfying dessert captures the nostalgic flavors of childhood while adding a gourmet touch that everyone will love. With a crispy base, gooey vegan marshmallows, and a rich caramel layer, these treats are perfectly complemented by a drizzle of milk chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt. Great for busy weeknights or family gatherings, they are easy to make and sure to impress. Grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this irresistible sweet treat that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 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 large saucepan over medium heat, melt 5 tablespoons butter, then add vegan marshmallows. Stir until melted and smooth; mix in vanilla extract.
- In another saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, unwrapped caramels, and 5 tablespoons butter; melt on medium heat until smooth. Pour over the Rice Krispie mixture and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Heat heavy cream until bubbling; pour over milk chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth. Drizzle over the treats.
- Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt, let cool completely, then slice into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg