Caramel Turtle Rice Krispies Treats
Caramel Turtle Rice Krispies Treats are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate for an irresistible treat. Perfect for parties or cozy afternoons, these treats are easy to make and sure to please everyone. With minimal effort and maximum flavor impact, you’ll find yourself reaching for seconds in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 10 oz large marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and marshmallows together until smooth.
- Remove from heat and fold in the Rice Krispies until fully coated.
- Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- Spread half of the Rice Krispies mixture into the dish, drizzle with caramel sauce, and sprinkle with chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
- Spoon the remaining mixture on top and press down gently with greased hands.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added variety, swap out pecans for walnuts or add a drizzle of melted white chocolate on top. To make them gluten-free, use gluten-free Rice Krispies.