These salted caramel Rice Krispie bars taste like a luxury snack. They have a crisp bite, a soft center, and a deep caramel finish. Plus, flaky salt keeps the sweetness balanced.
Easy Salted Caramel Rice Krispies with Flaky Salt
These salted caramel rice krispie bars have a crisp bite, a chewy marshmallow base, and a smooth caramel layer. Finish with flaky sea salt for a balanced, luxury-style treat.
Ingredients
Rice Krispie base
Salted caramel layer (easy version)
Optional luxury finish
Instructions
1) Prep the pan
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Line the pan with parchment paper.
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Lightly butter the parchment.
2) Make the Rice Krispie base
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Melt butter in a large pot over low heat.
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Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
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Stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
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Add Rice Krispies. Mix fast until coated.
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Press mixture into the pan. Press gently, not hard.
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Tip: Butter your hands or spatula so it doesn’t stick.
3) Make the salted caramel
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Add caramels, cream, and butter to a small saucepan.
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Heat on low, stirring until smooth.
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Turn off heat. Stir in flaky salt.
4) Add caramel layer
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Pour warm caramel over the Rice Krispie base.
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Spread evenly with a spatula.
5) Finish and set
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Sprinkle a little flaky salt on top.
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Let set 45–60 minutes at room temp.
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Slice into bars.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 386kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16.7g26%
- Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
- Total Carbohydrate 56.5g19%
- Sugars 7.5g
- Protein 18.2g37%
- Vitamin A 302 IU
- Vitamin C 12 mg
- Calcium 135 mg
- Iron 7 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Chef tips
- Use low heat for caramel. High heat can scorch it.
- Do not over-press the base. Over-pressing makes hard bars.
- For clean cuts, chill 15 minutes before slicing.
Substitutions
- No heavy cream: use evaporated milk.
- Want deeper flavor: use brown butter for the base.
- Want less sweet: use dark chocolate drizzle + extra salt.
Storage
- Room temp: 3 days in an airtight container
- Fridge: up to 7 days (bring to room temp before eating)
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