Description

Salted Caramel Rice Krispie Treats are an irresistible blend of gooey vegan marshmallows and crispy cereal, elevated by a luscious caramel topping and a drizzle of rich chocolate. This delightful dessert balances sweet and salty flavors in a no-bake treat that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration, family gathering, or just a cozy afternoon snack. With their easy preparation and shareable goodness, these treats are sure to impress your friends and family. Enjoy the magic of this sweet indulgence with every bite!

Ingredients

Scale

5 tablespoons butter
10 ounces vegan marshmallows
5 cups Rice Krispie cereal
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 ounces caramels or caramel bites
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
5 tablespoons butter (for caramel)
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 ounces milk chocolate chips
Sea salt (for garnish)

Instructions

Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
In a large saucepan, melt 5 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the vegan marshmallows and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract.
In another saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, 5 tablespoons of butter, and caramels over medium heat until melted and smooth.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the Rice Krispie base and sprinkle with sea salt. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
For the chocolate drizzle, heat the heavy cream until bubbling, pour over chocolate chips in a bowl, then stir until smooth.
Drizzle chocolate over the caramel layer and finish with more sea salt.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 treat (40g)
Calories: 170
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Allow layers to cool properly before stacking to avoid melting. Feel free to customize with toppings like nuts or coconut flakes for added texture.