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Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Squares

Decadent Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Squares You’ll Love

These Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Squares are a delightful no-bake treat perfect for all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Krispie Layer
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted for better salt control.
  • 6 cups Mini Marshmallows Substitute with 20 large marshmallows if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal Feel free to use any puffed rice cereal you prefer.
For the Caramel Layer
  • 25 pieces Caramels Ensure you use soft caramels or opt for caramel sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Essential for melting caramel smoothly.
  • ½ cup Smooth Peanut Butter Swap with almond or sunflower seed butter for nut-free versions.
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 8 ounces Milk Chocolate Dark chocolate can be used for a richer taste.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Baking Pan: Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Rice Krispie Layer: Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 6 cups of mini marshmallows and microwave until melted. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies until combined. Press into the prepared pan.
  3. Prepare the Caramel Layer: Melt 25 soft caramels with 2 tablespoons of water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Mix in ½ cup of smooth peanut butter and pour over the Rice Krispie layer.
  4. Create the Chocolate Layer: Melt 8 ounces of chopped milk chocolate with ¼ cup of peanut butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until glossy. Pour over the caramel layer.
  5. Set and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then lift out, cut into squares, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the bars to cool fully before cutting for clean squares. Avoid freezing to maintain chewiness.

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