Caramel Turtle Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Indulge in these decadent Caramel Turtle Rice Krispie Treats that combine the classic flavors of caramel, chocolate, and pecans for a delightful twist on a childhood favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Rice Krispie Treats:
- 6 cups Rice Krispie Cereal
- 1 14-16 oz. bag mini marshmallows (reserve some for topping decoration)
- 6 Tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Caramel Layer:
- 14 oz. caramels (about 45 little caramel squares)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk, divided
Chocolate Layer:
- 6 oz Chocolate chips (plus more for topping decoration)
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted for more flavor (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Rice Krispie Base: Grease a 9×13 pan and melt butter with mini marshmallows over medium-low heat until smooth. Stir in Rice Krispies and press into the pan.
- Make Caramel Layer: Melt caramels, vanilla, and 1/4 cup heavy cream in a double boiler until smooth. Pour over Rice Krispie base and chill.
- Create Chocolate Layer: Melt chocolate chips and 1/4 cup heavy cream in the microwave, then spread over the caramel layer.
- Finish with Toppings: Sprinkle chopped pecans and additional chocolate chips over the chocolate layer. Chill until set, then drizzle with remaining caramel and chocolate. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- You can customize these treats by adding sea salt on top for a sweet and salty contrast.
- For a quicker version, you can use store-bought caramel sauce instead of making your own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
