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Caramel Marshmallow Rice Krispie Balls

Caramel Marshmallow Rice Krispie Balls: Irresistible Sweet Treats

These Caramel Marshmallow Rice Krispie Balls are a delightful no-bake dessert, combining gooey caramel and crunchy cereal for a fun family treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Mixture
  • 14 ounces caramels about 50 wrapped Kraft caramels
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk don’t confuse with evaporated milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter adds richness
For the Balls
  • 12 ounces marshmallows preferably large
  • 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Unwrap caramels and place them in a medium saucepan. Add sweetened condensed milk and butter. Heat over medium, stirring continuously until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Carefully dip each marshmallow into the warm caramel mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Ensure each marshmallow is well-coated.
  3. In a large bowl, pour Rice Krispies cereal. Roll each caramel-coated marshmallow in the Rice Krispies until fully covered.
  4. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place each coated marshmallow on the sheet and let cool for about 30 minutes.
  5. Once set, store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These treats can be customized with different coatings like nuts or sprinkles. Enjoy experimenting!

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