
Caramel Chip Rice Krispies Treats Recipe
If you're looking for a quick, ooey gooey sweet treat, these Caramel Chip Rice Krispies Treats are just what you need. With a quick 10 minute prep time, added indulgence of caramel chips and optional chocolate drizzle, these treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Equipment
- 9×9 pan
- Parchment paper
- Large, deep saucepan
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows (you can buy a bag of marshmallow in this size to make it easy to measure)
- 4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 cup caramel chips
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prep: Line a 9×9 pan with parchment paper and grease with butter. Measure out 4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal 1 cup caramel chips and set aside.
- Melt: In a large, deep pan, melt 1/3 cup butter and 10 ounces mini marshmallows on low heat until just melted. Stir frequently. Be patient and careful to avoid overcooking, which may result in a tough texture. Once melted remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 tsp pure vanilla extract.
- Combine: Add the 4 cups Rice Krispies Cereal to the melted marshmallow mixture and mix gently but thoroughly to ensure the cereal is well coated.
- Incorporate: Add the caramel chips and gently mix once again. You will have to work quickly to make sure all is mixed before the mixture cools down.
- Press into pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared 9×9 pan and gently spread into an even layer.
- Add Chocolate (optional): Melt a 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips. Use a spoon to drag lines of melted chocolate over the top of the Caramel Chip Rice Krispies treats. Alternatively, you can save the melted chocolate for dipping the treats once they’ve been cut and cooled. Be cautious as the chocolate will be hot!
- Cool & Serve: Allow the treats to cool to room temperature, giving them a few minutes to set. Once cooled, cut them into squares, dig in and enjoy!
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Notes
Enjoy these Caramel Chip Rice Krispies Treats as a quick dessert or a delightful snack. The combination of gooey marshmallows, crispy cereal, sweet caramel, and optional chocolate makes these treats absolutely irresistible. Happy snacking!









