Print

Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats

Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

An elevated classic snack featuring nutty, toasted browned butter and gooey marshmallows for a sophisticated flavor profile.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 10 ounces Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×9 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, whisking until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma.
  3. Reduce heat to low, add marshmallows, and stir until almost completely melted.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and sea salt.
  5. Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal until evenly coated.
  6. Press the mixture lightly into the prepared pan.
  7. Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use fresh marshmallows for the best gooey texture.
  • Do not press the mixture too hard into the pan to keep them light and chewy.
  • Wipe your knife between slices for clean edges.