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Caramel Rice Krispie Treats

Packed with sweet and crunchy goodness, these Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect dessert for any occasion. Made with crispy rice cereal and gooey caramel, they will quickly become a favorite in your household. The combination of flavors will leave your friends and family wanting more!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 treats
Calories: 492kcal
Author: Jennifer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 11 oz bag caramels, unwrapped
  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 16 oz bag mini marshmallows, divided
  • 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1/4 tsp salt, optional

Directions

  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine butter, caramels, and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave on HIGH power for 30 seconds. Stir well. Continue heating in 30-second increments until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
  • Stir in 5 1/2 cups of mini marshmallows and salt, if using. Continue stirring until the marshmallows are fully melted.
  • Stir in Rice Krispies cereal until thoroughly combined.
  • While the mixture is still warm, stir in the remaining mini marshmallows until they are distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Firmly press the Rice Krispie mixture into a 9x13-inch pan that has been well-greased (with butter for extra flavor!)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 g | Calories: 492 kcal | Carbohydrates: 89 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 37 mg | Sodium: 345 mg | Sugar: 65 g
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