Description
These Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic favorite, combining the sweetness of caramel and marshmallows with the nutty flavor of peanut butter, all topped with a sprinkle of sea salt for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rice Krispie Treats:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 6 cups rice krispies cereal
For the Salted Caramel Topping:
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 11 oz Kraft caramels (1 package), unwrapped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Rice Krispie Treats: In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add 4 cups of marshmallows and stir until melted. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until melted.
- Mix in Rice Krispies: Stir in the rice krispies and remaining 2 cups of marshmallows until well coated. Press into a greased 9×13 pan and set aside.
- Make Caramel Topping: In a small bowl, combine caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals until melted. Pour over the Krispie treats and spread evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt and allow to cool.
- Serve: Cut into bars using a sharp knife and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Salted Caramel, Peanut Butter, Rice Krispie Treats, Dessert
