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Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cool Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares 1x

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

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook until browned and fragrant.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in dulce de leche and sea salt until smooth.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract, then fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined 8×8 or 9×9 inch pan.
  5. Lightly press the mixture into the pan with a spatula or wax paper.
  6. Let cool completely at room temperature for 30–60 minutes.
  7. Lift out and slice into squares.
  8. Add any optional toppings if desired before serving.