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Brown Butter Vanilla Bean Rice Krispie Treats

Elevate the classic Rice Krispie treats with the deep, nutty flavor of brown butter and the aromatic sweetness of vanilla bean for a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Butter and Flavoring
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter For browning
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows For melting
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract Enhances flavor
  • a pinch salt Balances sweetness
Cereal
  • 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal Main ingredient for texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, stirring continuously until it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes.
  2. Immediately stir in the 1 cup of mini marshmallows until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Add in the 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste or extract and the pinch of salt, stirring to combine.
  4. Fold in the 4 cups of Rice Krispies cereal gently until evenly coated, being careful not to crush the cereal.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x9 inch baking pan and press down gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Allow the treats to cool completely at room temperature before cutting them into squares or rectangles.

Notes

To keep the treats fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy within a week. For variation, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.