Caramel Turtle Rice Krispie Treats
Indulge in the delightful combination of crunchy Rice Krispies, rich caramel, and luscious chocolate with our Caramel Turtle Rice Krispie Treats. This no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or just a sweet snack at home. With a quick preparation time of about 40 minutes, these treats are as easy to make as they are delicious. Each bite offers an explosion of flavor from the caramel layer topped with creamy chocolate and toasted pecans, making them irresistible to both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1 bag (14-16 oz) mini vegan marshmallows (reserve some for topping)
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 14 oz caramels
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (divided)
- 6 oz chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter and mini vegan marshmallows until smooth.
- Stir in Rice Krispie cereal until well mixed; press into the prepared pan evenly.
- Melt caramels with 1/4 cup heavy cream in a double boiler until smooth; pour over the Rice Krispie base and refrigerate for 5 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips with remaining cream in a microwave-safe bowl; spread over the caramel layer.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans and additional chocolate chips on top; drizzle with leftover caramel if desired. Chill until set before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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