Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
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These Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats are ultra gooey, flavored with nutty brown butter and topped with flaky sea salt!
These Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats are the ultimate upgrade to classic Rice Krispie Treats. They’re ultra gooey, flavored with nutty brown butter and topped with flaky sea salt! Plus they’re super easy to make in just 20 minutes and they taste 100 times better than anything you can find at the store.
Looking for more brown butter recipes? Try my Brown Butter Cinnamon Rolls, Brown Butter Banana Muffins or Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies!
Ingredient Breakdown
Mini marshmallows – I recommend using mini marshmallows because they’re easier to melt. Don’t use stale marshmallows because they will make your Rice Krispie Treats stale.
Butter – I always recommend using unsalted butter but salted butter works if that’s all you have on hand, just be sure to omit the 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Salt – enhances flavor.
Rice Krispies cereal – you can use any brand of crisp rice cereal. Don’t use stale cereal because it will make your Rice Krispie Treats stale.
Ingredient Substitutions/Additions
The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to making these Rice Krispie Treats. Some delicious substitutions/additions to this recipe are:
- Nuts – peanuts, almonds, cashews, etc. would add some extra crunch/saltiness.
- Sprinkles – add a pop of color to your treats or match them to the holiday you’re celebrating.
- Other kinds of cereal – swap out the crisp rice cereal for Fruit Pebbles, Lucky Charms, Cocoa Krispies, etc.!
- Chocolate – add chocolate chips, M&Ms or your favorite chocolate candy bar.
How To Make Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
1. Set aside 2oz (1 cup) of mini marshmallows. Cut the butter into cubes and place into a large pot. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally. The butter will bubble and foam until it reaches a light brown color, has little browned bits on the bottom and smells nutty (this happens quickly so don’t walk away from it). Reduce the heat to low then stir in the remaining mini marshmallows. Remove from heat once the marshmallows are just melted.
2. Stir in the salt then mix in the Rice Krispie cereal and remaining cup of mini marshmallows.
3. Gently press into the prepared 8×8 inch pan then sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before slicing. Store Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.
Pro Tips For Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
- Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate; baking is a science after all!
- Make sure your parchment paper hangs over the sides of the pan for easy removal after cooling!
- Use fresh ingredients! Stale marshmallows or cereal will result in stale Rice Krispie Treats.
- Don’t over cook the marshmallows otherwise your Rice Krispie Treats will become very hard after cooling! Be sure to remove them from the heat once they’re just melted.
- Don’t press the Rice Krispie Treats too firmly into the pan otherwise they will turn out very dense and hard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Brown Butter?
Brown butter is just regular butter that has been cooked until the water evaporates which allows the milk solids to become toasted. This process gives the butter a delicious nutty flavor (and smell) that makes any dessert extra delicious.
Can Rice Krispie Treats Be Made Gluten Free?
Yes! To make gluten free Rice Krispie Treats, use certified gluten free crisp rice cereal.
Can This Recipe Be Doubled?
Yes! Simply double all of the ingredients and press into a 9×13 inch pan.
Do Rice Krispie Treats Need To Be Refrigerated?
I don’t recommend refrigerating these treats because it will make them hard. Simply store them in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.
Can Rice Krispie Treats Be Frozen?
Yes, Rice Krispie Treats can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
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Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Equipment
- 8×8 inch pan
Ingredients
- 10 oz mini marshmallows, divided
- 85 g (6 tbsp) unsalted butter, cubed
- ¼ tsp salt
- 135 g (4 1/2 cups) Rice Krispie cereal
- flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 inch pan and line with parchment paper. Set aside 2oz (1 cup) of mini marshmallows.
- Cut the butter into cubes and place into a large pot. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally. The butter will bubble and foam until it reaches a light brown color, has little browned bits on the bottom and smells nutty (this happens quickly so don’t walk away from it). Reduce the heat to low then stir in the remaining mini marshmallows. Remove from heat once the marshmallows are just melted.
- Stir in the salt then mix in the Rice Krispie cereal and remaining cup of mini marshmallows.
- Gently press into the prepared 8×8 inch pan then sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate.
- Store Salted Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.
- Nutrition: the provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Please read my Nutrition Disclaimer for more information.
