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Crispy Spider Web Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treat Bars

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A quick and easy twist on classic Rice Krispie treats featuring nutty brown butter and a unique crispy spider web pattern for added texture and visual appeal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 10 ounces (280g) mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups (about 180g) Rice Krispies cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • Optional: ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, stirring constantly until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
  3. Quickly stir in 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until marshmallows are fully melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and optional orange zest or chocolate chips until evenly combined.
  5. Remove pan from heat and gradually fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal, stirring gently to coat without crushing the cereal.
  6. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Using a clean, flat spatula, press mixture evenly into the pan. Quickly drag the edge of the spatula lightly across the surface in thin, crisscross lines to create the spider web pattern.
  7. Let bars cool completely at room temperature for 45 minutes to 1 hour to allow the crispy webbing to harden.
  8. Use a sharp knife to cut bars into squares or rectangles. For cleaner cuts, warm the knife under hot water and dry before slicing.

Notes

Keep a close eye on the butter while browning to avoid burning. Work quickly when mixing and pressing the bars to create the spider web pattern before the mixture cools. To re-crisp refrigerated bars, warm in a 300°F oven for about 5 minutes. Vegan version can be made by substituting butter with coconut oil and using vegan marshmallows.

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