Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
The ultimate sweet treat! These Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are gooey, crispy, and topped with a sprinkle of flaky salt. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to whip up and will surely satisfy your sweet tooth!
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- 9×13-inch Cake Pan
- 9×13-inch Baking Dish
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 10.8-oz bag soft caramels unwrapped
- 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 10-oz bag mini marshmallows
- 2 tsp flaky sea salt
- 10 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch pan with cooking spray or softened butter. Line with parchment paper leaving a few inches of overhang.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add caramels and cook until melted.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and sea salt. Stir until combined.
- Add marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Carefully stir in rice krispie cereal. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared pan and press down gently with parchment paper. Be careful not to overpack the cereal. Sprinkle the top of the treats with additional flaky sea salt, if desired.
- Refrigerate treats for 1 to 2 hours, until cool and set. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Tip 1: I use Werthers Soft Caramels or Kraft Soft Caramel candies in this recipe.
- Tip 2: I use Maldon Sea Salt Flakes in this recipe.
- Tip 3: Use a piece of parchment paper to press the cereal mixture into the pan.
- Tip 4: Can I freeze Rice Krispie Treats? Yes! Place treats in a single layer in a large freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Tip 5: Store treats at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.