These caramel s'mores rice krispie treats are a riff off of the childhood classic with the addition of chocolate, graham crackers, and chewy caramels!
These s'mores inspired rice krispie treats with caramel are exactly what you need this summer. They're so simple to make and come together in less than 30 minutes. Load them up with graham crackers, chocolate, chewy caramel, and even more marshmallows for the dreamiest, gooeyest rice krispie treats you'll ever have!
For more caramel recipes, try Tahini Caramel Millionaire's Shortbread, Salted Caramel Macarons, Salted Caramel Apple Pie, and Vanilla Cheesecake Bars with Caramel Mousse.
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Ingredient Notes
- Butter
- Vanilla
- Mini Marshmallows
- Rice Krispies Cereal
- Graham Crackers
- Semisweet Chocolate
- Chewy Caramels
See recipe card for full information on ingredients and individual quantities.
Step by Step Instructions
Homemade rice krispie treats are such a classic childhood dessert. But in my opinion, their simplicity and delicious, gooey-ness makes them an essential recipe for bakers of all ages! They're a great no-bake recipe that comes together in one pot and under 30 minutes. Go with the caramel s'mores theme, or mix in your favorite extras! For the full ingredient list and method, see the recipe card at the end of this post.
STEP 1: Melt. In a large saucepan, heat the butter and vanilla over medium heat until fully melted.
STEP 2: Add marshmallows. Turn the heat down to low-medium heat and add the marshmallows, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula until fully melted.
STEP 3: Add mix-ins. Remove from heat and add in the rice krispies cereal and graham crackers, mixing until fully coated. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then fold in the chopped chocolate and chewy caramels.
STEP 4: Transfer. Immediately transfer to the prepared pan and pack in with a ⅓ measuring cup into an even layer.
STEP 5: Add toppings. Top with extra mini marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate, and caramels, as desired.
Optional: Broil for 3-5 minutes to toast the marshmallows and melt the chocolate and caramels slightly.
STEP 6: Cool and cut. Allow the rice krispies to set at room temperature for at least one hour. Cut into 16 squares and enjoy!
Expert Baking Tips
- Store these rice krispie treats in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Recipe FAQs
1. Line your pan with parchment paper and grease the parchment paper with cooking spray or a neutral oil. This will ensure the rice krispie treats don't stick to the paper or pan!
2. Once you have fully mixed in all of your add-ins, quickly transfer the mixture to the baking pan. If you wait too long, it becomes too sticky and difficult to work with.
3. Use a ⅓ measuring cup or small glass to flatten the rise krispie treats out into the square pan.
4. Allow them to set at room temperature for at least one hour before cutting.
5. Use a very sharp knife and grease it lightly for easy, clean cuts.
The best part about homemade rice krispie treats is that they are fully customizable so you can add all of your favorite add-ins! Use a your favorite cereal, add in different chocolate candies, or leave plain!
Store these rice krispie treats in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Baking in grams
All of the recipes on this blog are carefully developed with gram measurements so you can easily recreate them in your own kitchen with success. Volume measurements are extremely inaccurate and leave room for significant errors. Not all measuring cups are made equally, so your one cup of flour will be different from my one cup of flour. By providing precise measurements in grams (aside from minor ingredients, which are given in tsp/tbsp), you can make these recipes accurately and with less cleanup! All you need is this kitchen scale.
If this still isn't enough to convince you, I have provided volume measurements in the recipe card. If you are interested in understanding the conversions, this is the best conversion chart.
But trust me, once you try baking in grams you'll never turn back!
Happy baking! x
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📖 Recipe
Caramel S'mores Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 113 g (½ cup) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) vanilla
- 20 oz mini marshmallows, + more for topping
- 185 g (6 cups) rice krispies cereal
- 140 g (8 crackers) graham crackers, crushed into small pieces + more for topping
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate, roughly chopped + more for topping
- 15 chewy caramels, cut into small pieces + more for topping
Instructions
- Line a 9x9 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper with cooking spray or neutral oil.
- In a large saucepan, heat the butter and vanilla over medium heat until fully melted.
- Turn the heat down to low-medium heat and add the marshmallows, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula until fully melted.
- Remove from heat and add in the rice krispies cereal and graham crackers, mixing until fully coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then fold in the chopped chocolate and chewy caramels.
- Immediately transfer to the prepared pan and pack in with a ⅓ measuring cup into an even layer.
- Top with extra mini marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate, and caramels, as desired.
- Optional: Broil for 3-5 minutes to toast the marshmallows and melt the chocolate and caramels slightly.
- Allow the rice krispies to set at room temperature for at least one hour.
- Cut into 16 squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Store these rice krispie treats in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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