Brown Butter Chocolate Pretzel Rice Crispy Treats Recipe
These Brown Butter Chocolate Pretzel Rice Crispy Treats combine the nutty richness of brown butter with the sweet chewiness of marshmallows and the satisfying crunch of pretzels. Enhanced with dark chocolate baking chips and festive Valentine sprinkles, they make a delightful, easy-to-make treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 10-ounce package mini marshmallows
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 6 cups rice crispies cereal
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate baking chips
- 3 tablespoons Valentine sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line a square pan with parchment paper and set aside to ensure easy removal of the finished treats.
- Brown the butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until it turns a golden brown color and releases a nutty aroma, about 5-6 minutes.
- Melt the marshmallows: Lower the heat to low, add the mini marshmallows to the browned butter, stirring continuously until completely melted and smooth.
- Add vanilla: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to infuse flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: Gently fold in the rice crispies cereal and crushed pretzels, making sure they are evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Mix in chocolate chips: Allow the mixture to cool slightly so the chocolate chips won’t fully melt, then gently fold them in for melty pockets of chocolate.
- Add sprinkles: Quickly fold in the Valentine sprinkles to distribute color and extra sweetness evenly.
- Transfer and press: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and gently press it down without compacting too firmly, maintaining a chewy texture.
- Set and serve: Let the treats set at room temperature until firm, then slice into bars and enjoy.
Notes
- Do not overheat the marshmallows to preserve a soft, chewy texture.
- Press the mixture gently into the pan to avoid creating dense, hard treats.
- Add chocolate chips only after removing from heat to prevent them from fully melting.
Keywords: Brown Butter Rice Crispy Treats, Chocolate Pretzel Treats, Marshmallow Rice Krispies, Valentine Treats, No Bake Dessert