Description
Get ready to fall in love with your new favorite sweet treat! These Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats take the classic snack to a whole new level with nutty, golden browned butter and luxuriously creamy dulce de leche. Perfect for anyone searching for easy dessert recipes, no-bake food ideas, or quick snack recipes, this indulgent yet simple bar is a must-try. With chewy, gooey texture and deep caramel flavor, it’s the ultimate sweet bite for potlucks, parties, or cozy nights in. Whether you’re browsing for breakfast ideas or a sweet finish to easy dinner recipes, this fits the craving perfectly.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Cooking spray or extra butter (for greasing the pan)
Optional toppings:
- Flaky sea salt
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook until browned and fragrant.
- Remove from heat and stir in dulce de leche and sea salt until smooth.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, then fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined 8×8 or 9×9 inch pan.
- Lightly press the mixture into the pan with a spatula or wax paper.
- Let cool completely at room temperature for 30–60 minutes.
- Lift out and slice into squares.
- Add any optional toppings if desired before serving.