Description

Delightfully simple and indulgent Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treats featuring nutty browned butter, gooey melted marshmallows, and crispy rice cereal, pressed into chewy, golden bars perfect for snacking or sharing.

Ingredients

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows (about 5 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups crispy rice cereal
1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Brown the Butter: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, stirring frequently until it turns a beautiful golden brown with a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it as browned butter adds a rich, deep flavor to the treats.
Melt Marshmallows: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the mini marshmallows to the browned butter. Stir continuously until the marshmallows melt completely and the mixture becomes smooth. Then, stir in vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor.
Combine with Cereal: Remove the pot from heat and fold in the crispy rice cereal gradually, stirring until every bit of cereal is evenly coated with the buttery marshmallow mixture.
Press into the Pan: Prepare a 9×13-inch dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper. Transfer the cereal mixture into the dish and press it down gently and evenly with a greased spatula or clean hands to compact it.
Cool and Serve: Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes to set properly. Once cooled, cut into bars and serve.

Notes

Use unsalted butter to control saltiness; adjust salt as needed.
Press the mixture firmly but gently to ensure bars hold together well.
Store leftover treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for variety.
Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning, which can make the treats taste bitter.