The Best Brown Butter Salted Rice Krispies Treats

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The Best Brown Butter Salted Rice Krispies Treats
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 28, 2023

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
  • 7 cups of Rice Krispies
  • 2 cups of mini marshmallows

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the sea salt and stir until combined.
  3. Add the marshmallows and stir until melted.
  4. Add the Rice Krispies and stir until completely coated with the marshmallow mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch pan and press firmly.
  6. Refrigerate for an hour before slicing into bars.

Interesting Facts

  • Rice Krispies Treats were invented in 1939.
  • Adding brown butter to the Rice Krispies Treats brings out the nutty flavor of the butter.
  • Sea salt enhances the sweetness of the marshmallows and brings out the flavor of the Rice Krispies.