The Best Brown Butter Salted Rice Krispies® Treats

The Best Brown Butter Salted Rice Krispies® Treats

The best Rice Krispies® treats you’ll ever eat! The flavor enhanced by a few additions turns these into a crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 8 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
  • 1 pinch flaked sea salt (such as Maldon®)

Directions

Step 1
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Add marshmallows to browned butter, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until marshmallows are melted, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 2
Stir bourbon and 1 teaspoon sea salt into marshmallow mixture and remove saucepan from heat. Add rice cereal to marshmallow mixture and mix until cereal is evenly coated with marshmallow mixture; transfer to a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 3
Place a sheet of parchment paper over rice cereal mixture and press into dish. Remove parchment paper and sprinkle flaked sea salt over the top. Cool treats to room temperature, at least 30 minutes.

Recipe Tip

You can use vanilla extract instead of bourbon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275
Calories
8g
Fat
47g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat5g 25%
Cholesterol20mg 7%
Sodium417mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate47g 17%
Dietary Fiber0g 0%
Total Sugars23g
Protein1g
Vitamin C12mg 60%
Calcium3mg 0%
Iron8mg 46%
Potassium24mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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    • 10 years ago

    This is the best rice krispies treat I have ever had!!! Trust me you need to try it. Nice spin on an old classic.

    • 10 years ago

    This is the best rice krispies treat I have ever had!!! Trust me you need to try it. Nice spin on an old classic.

    • 10 years ago

    I’m not a big fan of Rice Krispie treats; they just don’t taste all that great to me. This recipe, however, is fantastic. They have a deep, rich flavor that has changed my mind about Rice Krispie treats and will have me making these on a regular basis! Don’t use vanilla instead of the bourbon–trust me. You want the full flavor experience.

    • 10 years ago

    I’m not a big fan of Rice Krispie treats; they just don’t taste all that great to me. This recipe, however, is fantastic. They have a deep, rich flavor that has changed my mind about Rice Krispie treats and will have me making these on a regular basis! Don’t use vanilla instead of the bourbon–trust me. You want the full flavor experience.

    • 10 years ago

    I made these for fellowship at church tomorrow. As far as Rice Krispy treats go these are by far the best I’ve ever tasted! The browned butter really gives it a wonderful depth of flavor as well as the bourbon. (It gives just the tiniest hint of bourbon flavor). The only thing I might change when I make these again is to add only half the salt called for if you are using salted butter. These are very very good. Try this recipe!

    • 10 years ago

    I made these for fellowship at church tomorrow. As far as Rice Krispy treats go these are by far the best I’ve ever tasted! The browned butter really gives it a wonderful depth of flavor as well as the bourbon. (It gives just the tiniest hint of bourbon flavor). The only thing I might change when I make these again is to add only half the salt called for if you are using salted butter. These are very very good. Try this recipe!

    • 9 years ago

    very good.
    peanut butter also tastes good in rice krispie treats and elevates with less work.

    • 9 years ago

    very good.
    peanut butter also tastes good in rice krispie treats and elevates with less work.

    • 9 years ago

    I love Rice Krispy? Treats – in fact, they are one of my two food ‘guilty pleasures’ in life. This is a delicious recipe. As soon as you add the 2 tablespoons of bourbon to the pan, it bubbles up and you don’t taste it in the recipe. The sea salt…..you do taste and I liked it! I took these to girls night out and no one detected the bourbon but everyone detected the sea salt. Needless to say, I came home with an empty container. Yes, this is a recipe that I would make again. Thanks voraciousgirl, for sharing your recipe. I’ve shared it too!

    • 9 years ago

    I love Rice Krispy? Treats – in fact, they are one of my two food ‘guilty pleasures’ in life. This is a delicious recipe. As soon as you add the 2 tablespoons of bourbon to the pan, it bubbles up and you don’t taste it in the recipe. The sea salt…..you do taste and I liked it! I took these to girls night out and no one detected the bourbon but everyone detected the sea salt. Needless to say, I came home with an empty container. Yes, this is a recipe that I would make again. Thanks voraciousgirl, for sharing your recipe. I’ve shared it too!

    • 9 years ago

    These are amazing! A nice subtle change from the original, the salt cuts the sugar nicely. Still the same wonderful taste, just grown up a n

    • 9 years ago

    These are amazing! A nice subtle change from the original, the salt cuts the sugar nicely. Still the same wonderful taste, just grown up a n

    • 9 years ago

    I left out the bourbon for my kids and used coarse kosher salt. Still very delicious! Rave reviews from the kids!! 🙂

    • 9 years ago

    I left out the bourbon for my kids and used coarse kosher salt. Still very delicious! Rave reviews from the kids!! 🙂

    • 9 years ago

    I like regular rice krispie treats but they are kind of bland. These up the flavor factor and are a nice change of pace. Great recipe!

    • 9 years ago

    I like regular rice krispie treats but they are kind of bland. These up the flavor factor and are a nice change of pace. Great recipe!

    • 9 years ago

    Love itttttt!!’ Best rice crispys ever!!

    • 9 years ago

    Love itttttt!!’ Best rice crispys ever!!

    • 9 years ago

    Good, not too sweet; however, some bites seemed saltier than others, and I don’t think it needed the bourbon.

    • 9 years ago

    WOW WOW WOW! Who knew that Rice Krispies bars could have that much flavor? These are FANTASTIC. A little, very little, extra work over traditional Rice Krispies bars, but well worth it. You cannot taste the bourbon at all, but you can taste the salt just a bit. The perfect amount actually. It’s the perfect blend of salty/sweet and the depth the browned butter and bourbon add is just a great bonus. This IS the way I will make Rice Krispies from now on.

    • 9 years ago

    WOW WOW WOW! Who knew that Rice Krispies bars could have that much flavor? These are FANTASTIC. A little, very little, extra work over traditional Rice Krispies bars, but well worth it. You cannot taste the bourbon at all, but you can taste the salt just a bit. The perfect amount actually. It’s the perfect blend of salty/sweet and the depth the browned butter and bourbon add is just a great bonus. This IS the way I will make Rice Krispies from now on.

    • 9 years ago

    yummy! I added an extra 2oz of marshmallows but that’s our home’s preference. easy!

    • 9 years ago

    yummy! I added an extra 2oz of marshmallows but that’s our home’s preference. easy!

    • 8 years ago

    Tasty! I knew this would be good when it required the use of salt.

    • 8 years ago

    Tasty! I knew this would be good when it required the use of salt.

    • 8 years ago

    A yummy twist on an old quick treat! Very good

    • 8 years ago

    A yummy twist on an old quick treat! Very good

    • 8 years ago

    Tip: Start with a pan roughly 5 quarts in size so that everything will fit in one pot and you have room to stir (I use a dutch oven). I’ve made this recipe with bourbon and with substituting vanilla. Both are great, but the bourbon gives a more complex flavor. The slight saltiness is really what elevates this recipe.

    • 8 years ago

    Tip: Start with a pan roughly 5 quarts in size so that everything will fit in one pot and you have room to stir (I use a dutch oven). I’ve made this recipe with bourbon and with substituting vanilla. Both are great, but the bourbon gives a more complex flavor. The slight saltiness is really what elevates this recipe.

    • 8 years ago

    I did not have bourbon so I subbed Grand Mariner. They are delicious!!

    • 8 years ago

    I did not have bourbon so I subbed Grand Mariner. They are delicious!!

    • 8 years ago

    Ummmm…AMAZING!!!!! So surprisingly delicious!! Best Rice Krispie Treats EVER! Thank you so much!

    • 8 years ago

    In the middle of melting my butter I realized my package of mini marshmallows was only 10 oz, not 16. No problem, I reduced my rice krispys to 6 cups. These came out so delicious. My mom can’t stop talking about em! They have a great bourbon taste and every once in a while you get a nice salty surprise. I will definitely be making these again.

    • 8 years ago

    In the middle of melting my butter I realized my package of mini marshmallows was only 10 oz, not 16. No problem, I reduced my rice krispys to 6 cups. These came out so delicious. My mom can’t stop talking about em! They have a great bourbon taste and every once in a while you get a nice salty surprise. I will definitely be making these again.

    • 8 years ago

    If I was alone on a desert island with nothing but these, i’d be pretty happy. I’ve made them 3 times; once for a bake sale, and they are delicious.

    • 8 years ago

    If I was alone on a desert island with nothing but these, i’d be pretty happy. I’ve made them 3 times; once for a bake sale, and they are delicious.

    • 8 years ago

    These were a hit! I will never make regular rice Krispy treats again.

    • 8 years ago

    These were a hit! I will never make regular rice Krispy treats again.

    • 8 years ago

    I made these crispy treats exactly as the recipe read. (That is a rare thing in itself) I used gluten free crispies and it was wonderful. I shared with my golf group and have given the recipe to 5 people already. The bourbon gives it just the right touch. I have made 2 batches in two days.

    • 8 years ago

    I love this version. For variation, I’ve added 1/4 cup of Amaretto instead of Bourbon or vanilla. Thanks so much for sharing!

    • 8 years ago

    I love this version. For variation, I’ve added 1/4 cup of Amaretto instead of Bourbon or vanilla. Thanks so much for sharing!

    • 8 years ago

    Perfect combination of sweet and salty. Don’t skip the bourbon…I was leery about it too. But this recipe is delicious!! I did 1/2 the salt…because I used salted butter. This one is a keeper, thank you for sharing!

    • 8 years ago

    Perfect combination of sweet and salty. Don’t skip the bourbon…I was leery about it too. But this recipe is delicious!! I did 1/2 the salt…because I used salted butter. This one is a keeper, thank you for sharing!

    • 8 years ago

    These were delicious! I am obsessed with Rice Krispy Treats and these were a great variation. I didn’t have bourbon so I used spiced rum, and it was perfect. The browned butter gave it just the right change from the original so it was just “Rice Krispies but different”. So delicious. Filled up a 9×13 pan perfectly and if you put the pan in water IMMEDIATELY after cooking, it comes clean like magic.

    • 8 years ago

    These were delicious! I am obsessed with Rice Krispy Treats and these were a great variation. I didn’t have bourbon so I used spiced rum, and it was perfect. The browned butter gave it just the right change from the original so it was just “Rice Krispies but different”. So delicious. Filled up a 9×13 pan perfectly and if you put the pan in water IMMEDIATELY after cooking, it comes clean like magic.

    • 8 years ago

    I loved these rice krispies were amazing. I used vanilla instead of bourbon and it was still wonderful.

    • 8 years ago

    I loved these rice krispies were amazing. I used vanilla instead of bourbon and it was still wonderful.

    • 8 years ago

    I did half bourbon and half vanilla and they were amazing! Way tastier than your typical crispy treat

    • 8 years ago

    I did half bourbon and half vanilla and they were amazing! Way tastier than your typical crispy treat

    • 8 years ago

    These turned out SO good! Definitely the BEST rice crispy treats I have ever tasted! I can’t believe I made them. You will not be disappointed in these. I followed the recipe exactly as written and was so happy with the results. A big hit! Thank you!

    • 8 years ago

    These turned out SO good! Definitely the BEST rice crispy treats I have ever tasted! I can’t believe I made them. You will not be disappointed in these. I followed the recipe exactly as written and was so happy with the results. A big hit! Thank you!

    • 8 years ago

    These are seriously addicting! I never craved Rice Krispies until a friend introduced me to making them with the brown butter. Now I’ll never make them any other way. I added cinnamon and vanilla which adds a nice flavor with the bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    I was never a a big fan of Rice Krispy treats but now I can’t get enough. These taste amazing. I didn’t change a thing and I can’t think of any reason why I would want to. Thanks so much for a great twist on an old standby.

    • 7 years ago

    I was never a a big fan of Rice Krispy treats but now I can’t get enough. These taste amazing. I didn’t change a thing and I can’t think of any reason why I would want to. Thanks so much for a great twist on an old standby.

    • 7 years ago

    Best Rice Krispie treats ever! I added an extra tablespoon of bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    Best Rice Krispie treats ever! I added an extra tablespoon of bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    The first time I made these, I had no bourbon, so I used Brandy flavoring, and they were alright. A few days later, I made them as the recipe directed, and they were much better! 🙂
    I used a finer sea salt when mixing it into the melted marshmallows, then sprinkled a coarser variety on the top. I liked it that way…just enough salt!
    Now I want to add some dark chocolate to these, and see how that turns out!! Great recipe! Thanks so much!

    • 7 years ago

    The first time I made these, I had no bourbon, so I used Brandy flavoring, and they were alright. A few days later, I made them as the recipe directed, and they were much better! 🙂
    I used a finer sea salt when mixing it into the melted marshmallows, then sprinkled a coarser variety on the top. I liked it that way…just enough salt!
    Now I want to add some dark chocolate to these, and see how that turns out!! Great recipe! Thanks so much!

    • 7 years ago

    Delicious. Don’t change a thing. Adult version of a childhood favorite.

    • 7 years ago

    Delicious. Don’t change a thing. Adult version of a childhood favorite.

    • 7 years ago

    Woah! Those are incredibly better than your standard butter sugar and marshmallows! For those who don’t keep alcohol in the house, substituting 1tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of almond extract for the bourbon worked fantastically. Really good recipe!

    • 7 years ago

    Woah! Those are incredibly better than your standard butter sugar and marshmallows! For those who don’t keep alcohol in the house, substituting 1tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of almond extract for the bourbon worked fantastically. Really good recipe!

    • 7 years ago

    Delicious! I made a “bottom of the cereal box” mix of coco krispies, corn flakes and special K.

    • 7 years ago

    Delicious! I made a “bottom of the cereal box” mix of coco krispies, corn flakes and special K.

    • 7 years ago

    These are crazy good! My hubby who happens to be a chef usually turns his nose up at Rice Krispies. Not these… he could not stop eating them & had me make them for all of his industry friends. Every time I bring them somebody loves them & asks for the recipe

    • 7 years ago

    These are crazy good! My hubby who happens to be a chef usually turns his nose up at Rice Krispies. Not these… he could not stop eating them & had me make them for all of his industry friends. Every time I bring them somebody loves them & asks for the recipe

    • 7 years ago

    Absolutely delicious! In all fairness I should disclose that I used cocoa krispies and vegetarian marshmallows, but the result was the best krispies I’ve ever had. Oh and I only had cherry infused bourbon, which turned out to be yet another delicious addition. This will definitely be my go-to krispies recipe moving forward! Thank you! 🙂

    • 7 years ago

    Absolutely delicious! In all fairness I should disclose that I used cocoa krispies and vegetarian marshmallows, but the result was the best krispies I’ve ever had. Oh and I only had cherry infused bourbon, which turned out to be yet another delicious addition. This will definitely be my go-to krispies recipe moving forward! Thank you! 🙂

    • 7 years ago

    So yummy that I ended up making 2 small batches in 1 week!

    • 7 years ago

    So yummy that I ended up making 2 small batches in 1 week!

    • 7 years ago

    Would have given these a 10. These will now be my go to treat. I would not substitute anything for the bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    Would have given these a 10. These will now be my go to treat. I would not substitute anything for the bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    And I thought you couldn’t improve on this old favourite!

    • 7 years ago

    And I thought you couldn’t improve on this old favourite!

    • 7 years ago

    Has a rich flavor and different but not necessarily better than the original.

    • 7 years ago

    Has a rich flavor and different but not necessarily better than the original.

    • 7 years ago

    Never going back to the original recipe. My husband who is not a Rice Krispy Treat fan asked me to make them again 2 days later.

    • 7 years ago

    Never going back to the original recipe. My husband who is not a Rice Krispy Treat fan asked me to make them again 2 days later.

    • 7 years ago

    They are the best recipe yet. I have made many different kind of Marshmellow Treats this is the best. Just make sure you use a good smooth bourbon. Top shelf only.

    • 7 years ago

    They are the best recipe yet. I have made many different kind of Marshmellow Treats this is the best. Just make sure you use a good smooth bourbon. Top shelf only.

    • 7 years ago

    I’ve made this recipe many many times, and each time it took all of my willpower not to gobble the entire pan immediately. Friends and strangers have approached me just to rave about these treats.

    The one recommendation I do have is to use salted butter. The recipe doesn’t specify which kind to use. I made a batch of this last night and couldn’t figure out why the bourbon packed a bigger punch than usual because I made it exactly the same way every time. I finally realized that I used unsalted butter this time…I was shocked at the difference it made. TRUST ME – it will not be too salty; use salted butter! The recipe needs the salt in the butter as well as the teaspoon and extra sprinkle at the end to cut the sweetness of the marshmallows and to balance out the flavor of the bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    I’ve made this recipe many many times, and each time it took all of my willpower not to gobble the entire pan immediately. Friends and strangers have approached me just to rave about these treats.

    The one recommendation I do have is to use salted butter. The recipe doesn’t specify which kind to use. I made a batch of this last night and couldn’t figure out why the bourbon packed a bigger punch than usual because I made it exactly the same way every time. I finally realized that I used unsalted butter this time…I was shocked at the difference it made. TRUST ME – it will not be too salty; use salted butter! The recipe needs the salt in the butter as well as the teaspoon and extra sprinkle at the end to cut the sweetness of the marshmallows and to balance out the flavor of the bourbon.

    • 7 years ago

    Brown butter makes this amazing! Thank you!

    • 7 years ago

    Brown butter makes this amazing! Thank you!

    • 7 years ago

    These were easy and yummy. I’m not crazy about rice krispy treats, but these were good. The guests at our party loved them. Loved the slight taste of the sea salt.

    • 7 years ago

    These were easy and yummy. I’m not crazy about rice krispy treats, but these were good. The guests at our party loved them. Loved the slight taste of the sea salt.

    • 7 years ago

    We omitted the bourbon and added vanilla. These were really tasty. The salt made the difference. We really liked them. Thanks

    • 7 years ago

    We omitted the bourbon and added vanilla. These were really tasty. The salt made the difference. We really liked them. Thanks

    • 7 years ago

    The best Rice Krispy recipe ever. These were totally devoured at the party I brought them to. One girl ate five squares. I recommend to add a little extra marshmallows to make them gooey, but other than that no need to modify the recipe at all. No one would ever guess these have Bourbon and salt in them but that combination makes for a definitely improved Rice Krispy Treat.

    • 7 years ago

    The best Rice Krispy recipe ever. These were totally devoured at the party I brought them to. One girl ate five squares. I recommend to add a little extra marshmallows to make them gooey, but other than that no need to modify the recipe at all. No one would ever guess these have Bourbon and salt in them but that combination makes for a definitely improved Rice Krispy Treat.

    • 7 years ago

    Followed the recipe exactly. The family thought the they were the best rice crispy squares ever! Will add this to my repertoire.

    • 7 years ago

    Followed the recipe exactly. The family thought the they were the best rice crispy squares ever! Will add this to my repertoire.

    • 6 years ago

    Made it for a New Years Day party – everyone loved it.

    • 6 years ago

    Made it for a New Years Day party – everyone loved it.

    • 6 years ago

    Added 2.5 tsp milk at end of melting marshmallows. Did 1 tbsp bourbon and 1 tbsp vanilla. Delicious! Wish I had done all bourbon.

    • 6 years ago

    Added 2.5 tsp milk at end of melting marshmallows. Did 1 tbsp bourbon and 1 tbsp vanilla. Delicious! Wish I had done all bourbon.

    • 6 years ago

    I used 1 bag of large marshmallows and half the bag of mini marshmallows. Then at end, I stirred in remaining 1/2 bag of minis so that they got a little melty, but essentially stayed whole in the end product. These are DELICIOUS and have become a fast favorite to family and friends. A bit more time consuming than the traditional recipe, but SO worth it.

    • 6 years ago

    I used 1 bag of large marshmallows and half the bag of mini marshmallows. Then at end, I stirred in remaining 1/2 bag of minis so that they got a little melty, but essentially stayed whole in the end product. These are DELICIOUS and have become a fast favorite to family and friends. A bit more time consuming than the traditional recipe, but SO worth it.

    • 6 years ago

    These are amazing! so easy to make, I was nervous about Browning butter….just stay on top of it…totally worth it in the end. Also, I measured all my ingredients prior to making this which made it super simple to throw together quickly. patting them down with a sheet of parchment paper is a great trick!

    • 6 years ago

    These are amazing! so easy to make, I was nervous about Browning butter….just stay on top of it…totally worth it in the end. Also, I measured all my ingredients prior to making this which made it super simple to throw together quickly. patting them down with a sheet of parchment paper is a great trick!

    • 6 years ago

    I loved this recipe! The only thing I changed is I still added vanilla. The sea salt sprinkled on top adds so much! These were so good I had to make them 2 days in a row! Definitely a keeper!

    • 6 years ago

    I loved this recipe! The only thing I changed is I still added vanilla. The sea salt sprinkled on top adds so much! These were so good I had to make them 2 days in a row! Definitely a keeper!

    • 6 years ago

    Who would guess that the original could be made even better? These treats were wonderful, though I made a couple of changes. I reduced the amount of salt to just a few dashes, and they were plenty salty. I also reduced the amount of butter by about 2 tablespoons, mainly because I had found I didn’t need that much fat with the original recipe. I don’t think this affected the flavor much, for between the browned butter and bourbon, there was a lovely caramelized butter flavor. We will be making these again and again. Thanks for a great recipe!

    • 6 years ago

    Who would guess that the original could be made even better? These treats were wonderful, though I made a couple of changes. I reduced the amount of salt to just a few dashes, and they were plenty salty. I also reduced the amount of butter by about 2 tablespoons, mainly because I had found I didn’t need that much fat with the original recipe. I don’t think this affected the flavor much, for between the browned butter and bourbon, there was a lovely caramelized butter flavor. We will be making these again and again. Thanks for a great recipe!

    • 6 years ago

    Made exactly like the recipe and I feel the bourbon cuts down on the sweetness.. Still good.
    My husband said it was not what he was expecting.

    • 6 years ago

    Made exactly like the recipe and I feel the bourbon cuts down on the sweetness.. Still good.
    My husband said it was not what he was expecting.

    • 6 years ago

    My 10 year old daughter helped make this delicious treat. It was super easy to make and won?t be surprised if these go fast.

    • 6 years ago

    My 10 year old daughter helped make this delicious treat. It was super easy to make and won?t be surprised if these go fast.

    • 6 years ago

    Yum! These were so good. Don?t change the recipe at all.

    • 6 years ago

    Yum! These were so good. Don?t change the recipe at all.

    • 6 years ago

    Perfect?

    • 6 years ago

    Perfect?

    • 6 years ago

    An adult version of rice crispy treats…who would have guessed? And yet, they are soooooo good! I’ll still share with the kids. Proof-positive that bourbon goes well with everything.

    • 6 years ago

    Best rice krispie treats I’ve ever had!

    • 6 years ago

    Best rice krispie treats I’ve ever had!

    • 6 years ago

    Best ever! Substituted Butter Shots for the bourbon. Amazing!!!

    • 6 years ago

    Best ever! Substituted Butter Shots for the bourbon. Amazing!!!

    • 6 years ago

    This is the REAL DEAL!!! I made a double batch on parchment in a jellyroll pan, for work. I tinted the rice orange and cut into neat squares to decorate. I panicked when I first added the bourbon because I could smell the alcohol, but it quickly burned off leaving a nice warmth with no trace of alcohol. I did 2 tbl bourbon, 2 tbl vanilla. Just beautiful!

    • 6 years ago

    This is the REAL DEAL!!! I made a double batch on parchment in a jellyroll pan, for work. I tinted the rice orange and cut into neat squares to decorate. I panicked when I first added the bourbon because I could smell the alcohol, but it quickly burned off leaving a nice warmth with no trace of alcohol. I did 2 tbl bourbon, 2 tbl vanilla. Just beautiful!

    • 6 years ago

    Rave Reviews!! I have now made double recipes twice in two weeks and the reviews are that they are the best Rice Crispy Treats ever tasted. My ?add? to one pan was mini dark chocolate chips on top and then sprinkle the sea salt flakes on top of that. Who doesn?t love dark chocolate and sea salt with a classic favorite. ??I needed to leave one pan plain for the RCT purists. Ha Ha Ha!! Both received the rave reviews.

    • 6 years ago

    Rave Reviews!! I have now made double recipes twice in two weeks and the reviews are that they are the best Rice Crispy Treats ever tasted. My ?add? to one pan was mini dark chocolate chips on top and then sprinkle the sea salt flakes on top of that. Who doesn?t love dark chocolate and sea salt with a classic favorite. ??I needed to leave one pan plain for the RCT purists. Ha Ha Ha!! Both received the rave reviews.

    • 6 years ago

    Turned out fantastic, i brought 2 pans of these to a party and everyone went crazy for them. Problem is they are truly Addictive!

    • 6 years ago

    Turned out fantastic, i brought 2 pans of these to a party and everyone went crazy for them. Problem is they are truly Addictive!

    • 6 years ago

    I make these treats throughout the year, but they are a big hit during the holidays. I use the sea salt and have not tried using the bourbon or the vanilla, but am sure it would be a great addition to the flavor.

    • 6 years ago

    I make these treats throughout the year, but they are a big hit during the holidays. I use the sea salt and have not tried using the bourbon or the vanilla, but am sure it would be a great addition to the flavor.

    • 6 years ago

    These were AWESOME!!!
    For once I followed directions to a ‘T’ did not have to make substitutions as I had all ingredients. Just a word of advice,if you don’t have booze on your premises,such as bourbon ,there’s no need to spend alot of money if you dont drink hard liquor. The bourbon, sea salt, AND the brown butter is what makes this version of rice krispie treats so delicious!Go to a liquor,or grocery store and purchase an individual size bottle of bourbon ( I used Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon) for the quantity you need for these amazingly good rice krispie treats. I’ll never make them any other way after tasting these delights! 😀

    • 6 years ago

    These were AWESOME!!!
    For once I followed directions to a ‘T’ did not have to make substitutions as I had all ingredients. Just a word of advice,if you don’t have booze on your premises,such as bourbon ,there’s no need to spend alot of money if you dont drink hard liquor. The bourbon, sea salt, AND the brown butter is what makes this version of rice krispie treats so delicious!Go to a liquor,or grocery store and purchase an individual size bottle of bourbon ( I used Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon) for the quantity you need for these amazingly good rice krispie treats. I’ll never make them any other way after tasting these delights! 😀

    • 5 years ago

    Even with old, stale marshmallows I give it 5 stars.

    • 5 years ago

    Even with old, stale marshmallows I give it 5 stars.

    • 5 years ago

    Wow, just wow. These are rich, buttery, sweet and salty. Don’t skip the bourbon. I am shocked that such a simple, common treat can taste so amazing.

    • 5 years ago

    Wow, just wow. These are rich, buttery, sweet and salty. Don’t skip the bourbon. I am shocked that such a simple, common treat can taste so amazing.

    • 5 years ago

    I love this recipe. I use Frangelico instead of bourbon and it?s delicious. They are gone in a minute when I bring them anywhere

    • 5 years ago

    I love this recipe. I use Frangelico instead of bourbon and it?s delicious. They are gone in a minute when I bring them anywhere

    • 5 years ago

    Absolutely amazing. If you are trying to lose weight, don?t look at these. They are addictive!

    • 5 years ago

    Absolutely amazing. If you are trying to lose weight, don?t look at these. They are addictive!

    • 5 years ago

    This recipe is the bomb diggity. It’s perfect and never fails to win fans who formerly thought they were too good for rice krispie treats.

    • 5 years ago

    This recipe is the bomb diggity. It’s perfect and never fails to win fans who formerly thought they were too good for rice krispie treats.

    • 5 years ago

    Excellent!!!!! I added 2Tablespoons of ?Malt? powder and 1teaspoon double strength vanilla. WOW!!!!!!

    • 5 years ago

    Excellent!!!!! I added 2Tablespoons of ?Malt? powder and 1teaspoon double strength vanilla. WOW!!!!!!

    • 5 years ago

    They were very good and a little more savory than the regular recipe, but they were not as fantastic/stand out as other reviews led me to believe. I ended up adding a dark chocolate drizzle and a little more sea salt just to add extra oomph.

    • 5 years ago

    They were very good and a little more savory than the regular recipe, but they were not as fantastic/stand out as other reviews led me to believe. I ended up adding a dark chocolate drizzle and a little more sea salt just to add extra oomph.

    • 5 years ago

    This was a hit. Get contrasting flavors. Will make it again for sure.

    • 5 years ago

    This was a hit. Get contrasting flavors. Will make it again for sure.

    • 5 years ago

    The other views are dead on. Make the recipe AS IS. These are the BEST Rice Krispie treats ever!

    • 5 years ago

    The other views are dead on. Make the recipe AS IS. These are the BEST Rice Krispie treats ever!

    • 5 years ago

    Made these tonight for Monday night football game and they are fabulous ! I wouldn’t change one ingredient. I know they will be a big hit! Sweet and salty-yum

    • 5 years ago

    Made these tonight for Monday night football game and they are fabulous ! I wouldn’t change one ingredient. I know they will be a big hit! Sweet and salty-yum

    • 5 years ago

    I subbed vanilla for the bourbon because I didn’t have any but did everything else to the letter. Best Rice Krispies treats EVER.

    • 5 years ago

    I subbed vanilla for the bourbon because I didn’t have any but did everything else to the letter. Best Rice Krispies treats EVER.

    • 5 years ago

    I didn?t think crispy treats could be made better. These took them to a whole new level.

    • 5 years ago

    I didn?t think crispy treats could be made better. These took them to a whole new level.

    • 5 years ago

    10 out of 10 would make again. I might have used more alcohol than what was in the recipe, but it came out excellent!

    • 5 years ago

    10 out of 10 would make again. I might have used more alcohol than what was in the recipe, but it came out excellent!

    • 5 years ago

    Followed the recipe exactly. Excellent as is. I?ve never been a fan of Rice Krispy Treats but these are in a different league. Addictive good!

    • 5 years ago

    Followed the recipe exactly. Excellent as is. I?ve never been a fan of Rice Krispy Treats but these are in a different league. Addictive good!

    • 5 years ago

    The bomb.

    • 5 years ago

    The bomb.

    • 5 years ago

    This was very good. Took it to a tennis match and everyone loved it and couldn?t figure out what the additions were. Made it as written except I didn?t sprinkle salt on the top. Thank you, also created a whole new discussion (and controversy) as to what other liqueurs (and flavours) you could add to Rice Krispie Treats!

    • 5 years ago

    This was very good. Took it to a tennis match and everyone loved it and couldn?t figure out what the additions were. Made it as written except I didn?t sprinkle salt on the top. Thank you, also created a whole new discussion (and controversy) as to what other liqueurs (and flavours) you could add to Rice Krispie Treats!

    • 5 years ago

    Didn?t change a thing, made exactly as written!

    • 5 years ago

    Didn?t change a thing, made exactly as written!

    • 5 years ago

    Everyone loved them. Easy to make.

    • 5 years ago

    Everyone loved them. Easy to make.

    • 5 years ago

    Ohhhh sooooo good! I used Pendleton Whisky and vanilla. I also did half plain Rice Krispies and half Fruity. Make sure your bag of marshmallows is 16 oz. I got most of the way through the recipe and noticed my bag was only 10 oz. sent my husband back to the store. I always toss a big handful or two of miniature marshmallows that are unmelted in with the mix too. Don?t forget the flaked finishing salt on the top. The salt/sweet combo is the bomb!

    • 5 years ago

    Ohhhh sooooo good! I used Pendleton Whisky and vanilla. I also did half plain Rice Krispies and half Fruity. Make sure your bag of marshmallows is 16 oz. I got most of the way through the recipe and noticed my bag was only 10 oz. sent my husband back to the store. I always toss a big handful or two of miniature marshmallows that are unmelted in with the mix too. Don?t forget the flaked finishing salt on the top. The salt/sweet combo is the bomb!

    • 4 years ago

    I’m a salted snack fan but I didn’t care for these with the salt. It leaves an after taste. I will stay with the original Rice Krispie recipe.

    • 4 years ago

    I’m a salted snack fan but I didn’t care for these with the salt. It leaves an after taste. I will stay with the original Rice Krispie recipe.

    • 4 years ago

    I’ve found that adding too much bourbon will make the finished cookies too hard. Just a splash is all that is needed.

    • 4 years ago

    I’ve found that adding too much bourbon will make the finished cookies too hard. Just a splash is all that is needed.

    • 4 years ago

    These Rice Krispie treats were delicious. I made them last week and they were gone in no time. My son wanted me to make them again today. I did not sprinkle salt on top.

    • 4 years ago

    These Rice Krispie treats were delicious. I made them last week and they were gone in no time. My son wanted me to make them again today. I did not sprinkle salt on top.

    • 4 years ago

    These were seriously amazing! I don?t make Rice Krispie treats often and until trying this recipe, thought they all tasted the same. This was definitely the best I?ve ever had! The browning of the butter made all the difference.

    • 4 years ago

    These were seriously amazing! I don?t make Rice Krispie treats often and until trying this recipe, thought they all tasted the same. This was definitely the best I?ve ever had! The browning of the butter made all the difference.

    • 4 years ago

    They are cooling off right now as I type! Can’t wait to try this variation of a classic.

    • 4 years ago

    They are cooling off right now as I type! Can’t wait to try this variation of a classic.

    • 4 years ago

    This recipe is EXCELLENT ?as is? or as a ?start w/recipe? & adapt to your personal preferences. I took to a small family BBQ (20 adults + kids) and NO LEFTOVERS! Made a few changes based on ingredients I had on hand (added 1 C peanut butter with addition of marshmallows & 1 C peanuts with addition of cereal). Also used vanilla/almond extracts instead of bourbon. As I said, this is a very adaptable recipe- good for any occasion. Since the bbq I was attending was for 4th of July, I added R/W/B sprinkles on top & pressed in on last step.

    • 4 years ago

    This recipe is EXCELLENT ?as is? or as a ?start w/recipe? & adapt to your personal preferences. I took to a small family BBQ (20 adults + kids) and NO LEFTOVERS! Made a few changes based on ingredients I had on hand (added 1 C peanut butter with addition of marshmallows & 1 C peanuts with addition of cereal). Also used vanilla/almond extracts instead of bourbon. As I said, this is a very adaptable recipe- good for any occasion. Since the bbq I was attending was for 4th of July, I added R/W/B sprinkles on top & pressed in on last step.

    • 4 years ago

    Krispie treats all grown up…YUM!

    • 4 years ago

    Love, love, love!! Didn’t change a thing.

    • 4 years ago

    Love, love, love!! Didn’t change a thing.

    • 4 years ago

    I?m not a huge fan of Rice Krispies Treats, but these were awesome and I?d make them again! Followed recipe exactly and took the time to brown the butter until that nice nutty aroma came through. The bourbon was awesome and not overpowering at all. You really wouldn?t know it was there, but do give it time to really incorporate into the heated marshmallow mixture. Add it while the marshmallow is at its hottest. I wonder if adding it to the browned butter prior to adding the marshmallows would allow more alcohol to burn off?

    • 4 years ago

    I?m not a huge fan of Rice Krispies Treats, but these were awesome and I?d make them again! Followed recipe exactly and took the time to brown the butter until that nice nutty aroma came through. The bourbon was awesome and not overpowering at all. You really wouldn?t know it was there, but do give it time to really incorporate into the heated marshmallow mixture. Add it while the marshmallow is at its hottest. I wonder if adding it to the browned butter prior to adding the marshmallows would allow more alcohol to burn off?

    • 4 years ago

    I?ve made these rice crispie bars several times and they are unbelievably delicious!! Browned butter, bourbon, and quality salt kicks butt!!

    • 4 years ago

    I?ve made these rice crispie bars several times and they are unbelievably delicious!! Browned butter, bourbon, and quality salt kicks butt!!

    • 4 years ago

    OMG! Wow. Just wow. I used gluten free crisped rice cereal and homemade vanilla instead of bourbon (to keep it gluten free). They are soooo good.

    • 4 years ago

    Best rice krispies I have ever had! I made one change: After realizing that we did not have any bourbon, I used Macallan Scotch instead. The flavor was amazing! As other reviewers have stated, the amount of salt was just right. Can’t wait to bring these to gatherings in the future.

    • 4 years ago

    Best rice krispies I have ever had! I made one change: After realizing that we did not have any bourbon, I used Macallan Scotch instead. The flavor was amazing! As other reviewers have stated, the amount of salt was just right. Can’t wait to bring these to gatherings in the future.

    • 3 years ago

    Regular rice crispies won’t be making a comeback anytime soon in our adult only house. sinfully delicious, you’ll need to hide these on yourself.

    • 3 years ago

    Regular rice crispies won’t be making a comeback anytime soon in our adult only house. sinfully delicious, you’ll need to hide these on yourself.

    • 3 years ago

    Best rice krispy recipe!!! Side note, I use Four Roses Bourbon, and 1/2 tsp of sea salt if using salted butter. I also mixed regular and chocolate rice krispies. Browning the butter is a must. I will be using this recipe from now on! I bow to you Creator!

    • 3 years ago

    Crowd pleaser! I used Coco Rice Krispies, because its what I had, so good!

    • 3 years ago

    Crowd pleaser! I used Coco Rice Krispies, because its what I had, so good!

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