Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispies Squares
Traditional rice krispies squares slathered with caramel and chocolate!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Servings: 20 squares
For the Rice Krispies Base
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 cups rice krispies
For the Topping
- 1 tbsp butter
- 15 oz soft caramels
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
For the Rice Krispies Base
Lightly grease a 9" x 13" baking dish.
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
Stir in the vanilla.
Remove from heat and stir in the rice krispies until completely coated.
Transfer mixture to the 9" x 13" baking dish and press down into an even layer.
For the Topping
Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a saucepan on low heat.
Add the caramels. Stir continuously until the caramels are almost completely melted.
Add the cream. Stir well until the caramel reaches a smooth consistency.
Spread the caramel into an even layer over top of the rice krispies base.
Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler. Spread in an even layer over top of the set caramel.
Let the chocolate set until firm before cutting and serving.