Salted Brown Butter Bourbon Rice Krispie Treats for Adults

Salted Brown Butter Bourbon Rice Krispie Treats combine nostalgia with sophistication, making them a perfect adult dessert.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 160

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds a nutty flavor; if using salted butter, skip extra salt.
12 oz Mini Marshmallows Provide sweetness and chewiness; jumbo marshmallows can also work but may alter melting time.
2 tbsp Bourbon Introduces rich vanilla and caramel notes; feel free to swap with your favorite bourbon.
0.5 tbsp Vanilla Extract Boosts sweetness and complements the bourbon; opt for pure vanilla for best results.
0.25 tsp Kosher Salt Balances sweetness; omit if you use salted butter.

For the Crunch

6 cups Crispy Rice Cereal Creates the structural element for crunch; Kellogg’s is preferred, but other brands work too.

For the Finish

1 tbsp Flaky Sea Salt Adds a delightful textural contrast; Maldon sea salt is highly recommended.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
large pot
silicone spatula
Parchment Paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, allowing edges to hang over for easy removal. Reserve 1 cup of mini marshmallows for later.
Melt the unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat, stirring until it foams and bubbles. Continue until it turns a light brown color and releases a nutty aroma, about 6-8 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in 11 ounces of mini marshmallows, bourbon, vanilla extract, and kosher salt until melted and smooth.
Fold in 6 cups of crispy rice cereal carefully with a silicone spatula until fully coated.
Gently incorporate the reserved cup of mini marshmallows into the mixture and transfer it to the prepared baking pan, pressing it firmly into an even layer.
Sprinkle the tablespoon of flaky sea salt over the top before letting the treats cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Lift the cooled treats out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into bars or squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 13gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mg

Notes

Ensure to watch the butter closely to prevent it from burning and compact the mixture firmly in the pan for best results.

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