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Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Christmas Rice Krispie Treats with Brown Butter Bliss

Delight in these Christmas Rice Krispie Treats featuring brown butter for a festive and nostalgic dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Butter Base
  • 1/4 cup Salted Butter or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
For the Sweet Mixture
  • 10 ounces Mini Marshmallows
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt optional if using salted butter
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies measure correctly
For Festive Decoration
  • 1 cup Red and Green M&Ms can substitute with chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup Red, White, and Green Sprinkles or any seasonal sprinkles
  • 6 ounces White Chocolate or milk chocolate

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Large pot
  • Rubber spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper and mist lightly with nonstick spray.
  2. Melt salted butter in a large pot over medium heat until golden brown.
  3. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts to the browned butter, and add a pinch of salt.
  4. Add half of the mini marshmallows to the pot and stir until melted, then add the remaining marshmallows.
  5. Fold in Rice Krispies gradually, ensuring they're coated but not crushed.
  6. Gently mix in M&Ms and sprinkles without melting the chocolate.
  7. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan with slightly damp hands.
  8. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over the treats, then garnish with more M&Ms and sprinkles.
  9. Allow the treats to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature or up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

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