Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
These Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats are a decadent twist on the classic snack, featuring rich browned butter and a luscious layer of dulce de leche sandwiched between cinnamon sugar-flavored Rice Krispies. Gooey, crunchy, and irresistibly sweet, they’re perfect for a special dessert or an elevated treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Brown Butter Marshmallow Mixture
- 5 Tablespoons Butter
- ¼ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 10 Cups Mini Marshmallows (divided)
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt (fine grain)
Other Ingredients
- 6 Cups Rice Krispies Cereal (cinnamon sugar flavored, see notes)
- ½ Can Dulce de Leche
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Spray a 9×9-inch pan with non-stick spray and line it with foil or parchment paper, creating a sling for easy removal. Spray the lining to prevent sticking.
- Brown the Butter: Place a large pot over medium heat, add the butter and melt it slowly. Continue cooking it until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, being careful not to burn it.
- Make the Marshmallow Mixture: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the sea salt and 8 cups of mini marshmallows until fully melted and smooth. If the marshmallows need more melting, briefly return to low heat without burning the butter.
- Add Vanilla: Stir the vanilla extract into the smooth browned butter marshmallow mixture for added flavor.
- Combine with Rice Krispies: Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the 6 cups of cinnamon sugar-flavored Rice Krispies in a large bowl. Stir to coat the cereal evenly.
- Add Remaining Marshmallows: While the mixture is still warm, fold in the remaining 2 cups of mini marshmallows to add pockets of gooey texture.
- Assemble the Treats: Lightly press half of the Rice Krispies mixture evenly into the prepared pan, flattening it carefully. Spread the dulce de leche evenly over this layer.
- Top and Set: Spread the remaining Rice Krispies mixture over the dulce de leche layer and press lightly to even out. Allow the treats to cool at room temperature until fully set.
Notes
- To brown butter, melt it in a pan over medium heat and continue cooking until it develops a golden-brown color and nutty aroma, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- For cinnamon sugar-flavored Rice Krispies, you can toss the cereal with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before adding the marshmallow mixture.
- Using a foil or parchment sling helps to lift the treats out of the pan easily for cleaner cutting.
- If the marshmallows begin to harden before assembly, warming them slightly can help keep the mixture pliable.
Keywords: brown butter, dulce de leche, rice krispie treats, marshmallow, dessert, snack, sweet treats
