Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence
If you’re searching for a treat that marries nostalgia with a gourmet twist, look no further than Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats: A Sweet & Salty Indulgence. These delightful snacks feature a perfect balance of gooey vegan marshmallows and crispy Rice Krispies, all enveloped in a rich layer of caramel and drizzled with chocolate. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, they promise to spark joy and conversation wherever they’re served. With an easy preparation process and customizable options, these treats are sure to become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces vegan marshmallows
- 5 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 ounces caramels or caramel bites, unwrapped
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 5 tablespoons butter (for the 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, melt 5 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add vegan marshmallows and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
- In another saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, 5 tablespoons of butter, and caramels; melt over medium heat until smooth. Pour over the Rice Krispie mixture and sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Heat heavy cream until bubbling; pour over chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth for drizzle.
- Drizzle chocolate over the caramel layer and finish with more sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg