Description
Irresistible caramel marshmallow rice krispie balls deliver sweet nostalgia with a gourmet twist. Rich marshmallow mixture binds crispy rice cereal into perfect spheres, then drizzled with silky caramel for ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Rice Krispies cereal
- 1.5 packages large marshmallows
- 16 oz (454 g) high-quality caramels
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter
- 1 can (397 g) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Carefully unwrap caramel pieces, removing all wrapper fragments to prevent unwanted texture in the final treat.
- Combine butter, caramels, and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring thoroughly between each interval until the mixture becomes completely smooth and glossy, approximately 1-2 minutes total.
- Dip each marshmallow completely into the warm caramel mixture, rotating to ensure full and even coverage.
- Immediately roll the caramel-coated marshmallow in Rice Krispies cereal, pressing gently to help the cereal adhere completely and create a uniform exterior.
- Place each finished ball on a wax paper-lined tray, spacing them to prevent contact and potential sticking.
- Refrigerate the caramel marshmallow balls for 60-90 minutes until they firm up and maintain their spherical shape.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for extended preservation. Allow to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving for optimal texture.
Notes
- Unwrap caramels meticulously to avoid any wrapper fragments that could disrupt the smooth texture of your caramel marshmallow rice krispie balls.
- Microwave caramel mixture in short, controlled bursts to prevent burning, stirring gently between intervals for a silky-smooth consistency.
- Coat marshmallows completely in caramel, using a fork or skewer to ensure even coverage and minimize messy handling.
- Roll coated marshmallows in Rice Krispies immediately after caramel application to guarantee maximum cereal adherence and crispy exterior.
- Use parchment paper for easy release and prevent sticking when setting the treats.
- Experiment with different cereal varieties like cocoa krispies or crushed nuts for unique flavor and texture variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg