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Salted Caramel Turtle Rice Krispie Bars

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These indulgent bars combine gooey salted caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate layered atop classic Rice Krispie treats for a sweet-and-salty dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 10 ounces caramel squares
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup toasted, chopped pecans
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted. Remove from heat and fold in 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated. Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 pan using a spatula or wax paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 10 ounces of caramel squares and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Pour the caramel evenly over the Rice Krispie base.
  3. Sprinkle 1 cup of toasted, chopped pecans over the caramel layer while it’s still warm. Press gently to ensure they adhere.
  4. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pecan layer.
  5. Let the bars cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 1 hour to fully set. Use a sharp knife to cut into squares or rectangles.

Notes

Toast the pecans for enhanced flavor, and grease your spatula or hands lightly with butter when pressing the Rice Krispie mixture to prevent sticking. Use high-quality chocolate for the drizzle.

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Keywords: Salted caramel, Turtle bars, Rice Krispie treats, Chocolate dessert, Easy no-bake recipe