Description
Chocolate chip cookie bars elevate traditional baking with unexpected layers of richness and comfort. Sweet, buttery dough packed with melted chocolate creates a heavenly dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups cinnamon sugar Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 can dulce de leche
Binding/Flavoring Ingredients:
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) butter
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) sea salt (fine grain)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan by generously coating with non-stick spray, then line with parchment paper and spray again to ensure easy removal.
- Transform butter into a golden elixir by heating in a large pot over medium flame, stirring constantly until it develops a rich, nutty aroma and deep amber color (approximately 2-3 minutes). Immediately remove from heat to prevent burning.
- Introduce mini marshmallows and a pinch of sea salt to the browned butter, gently stirring until completely melted and silky smooth. If needed, return to low heat briefly. Infuse with vanilla extract for additional depth of flavor.
- Transfer the molten marshmallow mixture into a spacious mixing bowl containing Rice Krispies cereal. Fold meticulously to ensure complete and even coating of each crisp morsel. While the mixture remains warm, gently incorporate remaining marshmallows to create pockets of gooey texture.
- Divide the cereal mixture in half, pressing the first layer firmly and evenly into the prepared pan. Drizzle and spread a luxurious layer of dulce de leche across the surface, creating a decadent center. Carefully layer the remaining cereal mixture on top, gently pressing to create a uniform surface.
- Allow the treats to rest and set at room temperature until firm and cohesive. Slice into perfectly proportioned squares, revealing the tantalizing layers within.
Notes
- Browning butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that elevates the classic Rice Krispies treat to a gourmet level.
- Sea salt provides a subtle contrast to the sweetness, creating a more complex and balanced taste profile.
- Extra marshmallows folded in at the end create pockets of gooey, melty goodness throughout the treat.
- Dulce de leche adds a luxurious caramel layer that transforms the simple childhood snack into an indulgent dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg