Delightfully buttery and deliciously sweet, these Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are a great alternative to the traditional ones using marshmallows. These will become a new favorite for everyone!
Certain things remind me of childhood in New Zealand. The smell of the ocean, the sounds of Dave Dobbyn, and the taste of these Caramel Rice Krispie Treats. I believe we used to call them Rice Bubble Toffee – but I think they’re better described as above, or as Caramel Rice Krispie Squares. I’m so excited to share this recipe with you!
I found this recipe written on a very well marked piece of paper, pasted into a big recipe book that my mother used when I was a kid. Mum used make these for birthday parties, and we’d all fight over the last one of these (we probably fought over the first one too, if I’m honest!), and as soon as I saw this gem of a recipe, I knew it wouldn’t be long before I made it for MY children.
I love that they literally come together super fast, and yet – SUPER delicious. Isn’t that always the way? The simpler the better, right?
Delightfully buttery and deliciously sweet, these Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are a great alternative to the traditional ones using marshmallows. These will become a new favorite for everyoneClick To Tweet
I love making these in little muffin cups (grease them so they don’t stick) and using a small cookie scoop to pack it in, and create yummy little domed balls of heaven. I guess if I was to make these in muffin cups ALL the time, I’d have to rename to Caramel Rice Krispie Balls, but I think I’ll stick with what I have!
I was talking to a friend while making these, and kept saying “this is the best thing I’ve eaten in a LONG time”. And they are. They REALLY are.
What recipes remind you of YOUR childhood?
However you choose to make them, they’re delicious in either form. Resist the urge to cut them before they’re fully cooled, or they can become crumbly. And you’ll have to lick the crumbs off your countertop.
Okay, maybe that’s just me.
This recipe uses a basic caramel sauce recipe, with the addition of honey – it really does make a difference!!
How to make Caramel Rice Krispie Treats
- Melt together equal parts butter and sugar, plus a little honey.
- Bring to a boil, and let cook for 5 minutes.
- Add rice krispies and stir together until every piece of cereal is coated.
- Either press into an 8×8 tin, or scoop into domes into mini muffin cups.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Devour.
Just 4 ingredients, that you probably already have:
- 4 oz salted butter
- 4 oz brown sugar
- 1 Tbs honey
- 3 ½ cups rice krispie cereal
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In a heavy bottomed saucepan, melt together the butter, brown sugar and honey.
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Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes (watching carefully, and stirring often).
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Mix in the rice krispie cereal, and mix until well combined.
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Either press into an 8x8 tin, or scoop into domes into mini muffin cups.
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Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
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Devour.
Kate says
I need to up my rice krispie treat game!
Michelle says
These remind me of childhood too, except we never made caramel ones, just the regular marshmallow ones. But oh man, I remember these being soooo good!
Claudia says
What a nice change of the regular flavors and caramel is my favorite. I will have to hide these from the kids or I won’t get any. They look delicious!
Marisa Franca says
These treats have been around for quite a few years and for good reason — they are so good. I like how you put them in paper cups. So cute!! These make great after school snacks for kiddos and adults.
Veena says
My kids love rice Krispies everything whether it’s breakfast or with caramel for a snack. My reason for adding caramel usually is to because they stick together and then they is less mess. But it sure is a winner with the kids. Love this.
Eileen says
I Love a great rice Krispy snack. Making them with caramel is genius. A perfect after-school snack or to bring to a potluck is also great! I have all the ingredients on hand. I am going to make some for my youngest – she will love these as her after school snack today!
Jenni says
These look fantastic! I am totally craving a pan of these right now and wonder if I could keep from gobbling them all up before the fella gets home. The bit of honey takes these up a notch for me – yum!
Danielle says
How have I never made caramel rice krispies treats before???? I am in love. What a great idea. And so simple. MUST. MAKE.
swathi says
My daughter like rice krispes, I never thought we can make these bars at home. This is really wonderful idea, we can add some M &M to add some color. I am going to give it a try.
Bea says
Definitely making these today!! Thanks for sharing!