This brown butter chocolate rice krispies treats recipe is the ultimate no-bake dessert for all chocolate lovers. It is made by browning the butter first to give these rice krispie treats an extra depth of flavor.
These crispy treats are perfect for kids’ birthday parties, weekend get-togethers, or after-school snacks. They’re very effective anytime you need to treat a large group of people or feed hungry little mouths.
Since you are here, make sure to check out these chocolate peanut butter rice krispie treats, these strawberry rice krispie treats, as well as this no-bake traditional scootcharoo recipe.
This is the best Chocolate rice krispies treats
There is nothing better than a good chocolate rice krispie treat, actually, yes, yes there is. A brown butter chocolate rice krispies treat! If you’ve never had brown butter before, it has an intense nutty, butterscotch/caramel-like flavor that will make your taste buds dance and tingle.
The caramel nuttiness of brown butter combined with the rich chocolate flavor takes these brown butter rice krispie treats to the next level and is an absolute must-try!
Ingredients for this double chocolate rice krispie treats recipe
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this chocolate rice krispies treats recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page for the detailed ingredient measurements.
- Butter: I used unsalted butter for this recipe but salted will work great as well!
- Mini Marshmallows: add a fun texture and chewiness to the crunchy rice puffs.
- Vanilla Extract: As with all chocolate desserts, vanilla extract is used to enhance the flavor of the chocolate.
- Cocoa Rice Krispies Cereal: Using chocolate cereal will give this no bake treat that base chocolate flavor then the chocolate chips will take it over the top!
- Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips: I used regular chocolate chips but mini chocolate chips will work just fine!
- Flaky Sea Salt: Adding a little sprinkle of sea salt will definitely take these to a whole new level.
- Nonstick Cooking Spray: to grease the pan because the cooled marshmallows will make the treats difficult to remove.
How to make the best chocolate rice krispies recipe
This is how you can make the chocolate rice krispies treats. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full step-by-step instructions!
- Grease an 8×8-inch square pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Continue cooking the butter, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
- Add the 5 cups mini marshmallows to the pot with the brown butter. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Add the cocoa krispies rice cereal to the gooey marshmallow mixture and stir until well-coated.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and the rest of the mini marshmallows while the mixture is still warm, so they melt slightly and create a marbled effect.
- Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or wax paper. Press firmly to compact the mixture. Top with more chocolate chips and a sprinkle of sea salt then allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
Why do you need to make this recipe?
- This no-bake recipe is made with simple ingredients that you might already have on hand.
- It’s an easy recipe that only takes a few minutes to complete.
- Perfect to whip up when you’re in a hurry and need a quick dessert to satisfy guests of all ages.
- Put a fun twist on classic rice krispie treats by making a chocolate version.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
How to store these brown butter chocolate rice krispies treats
One of the best parts about these cereal treats is that they keep very well. All you need to do is throw them in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. You can keep them out on the kitchen counter for 3-4 days, in the fridge for 1-2 weeks, or in the freezer for 1-2 months.
Can I use large marshmallows in this recipe?
It is best to stick with the miniature marshmallows because those will melt more evenly without the risk of them burning and turning your rice krispies too hard.
My Chocolate rice krispie treats are hard, help!
The biggest issue and the most common one is that you might’ve used stale marshmallows. The best way to get those extra chewy rice krispy treats is to use fresh marshmallows. The next thing is to make sure that you only cook your marshmallows
The Best Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats Recipe
Brown Butter Chocolate Rice Krispies
Ingredients
- 5 & ½ cups mini marshmallows (one 10 oz bag) divided
- 6 cups chocolate crispy rice cereal rounded
- ⅔ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips more for topping
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Continue cooking the butter, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.⅔ cup unsalted butter
- Add the 5 cups mini marshmallows to the pot with the brown butter. Stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.5 & ½ cups mini marshmallows, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Add the chocolate crispy rice cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until well-coated.6 cups chocolate crispy rice cereal
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and the rest of the mini marshmallows while the mixture is still warm, so they melt slightly and create a marbled effect.⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or wax paper. Press firmly to compact the mixture. Top with more chocolate chips and a sprinkle of sea salt then allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
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