Description
These Star Crunch Rice Krispie Treats are a delightful twist on the classic Rice Krispie treats, with the addition of caramel, chocolate, and raisin puree. They are gooey, chewy, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for a sweet treat or a lunchbox snack!
Ingredients
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Caramel Mixture:
- 11 oz Kraft caramel bits
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (chopped into pieces)
- 1/4 cup raisin puree
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup 1-minute rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (half semi-sweet & half milk chocolate)
- 8 oz mini marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Make the raisin puree: In a small food processor or blender, blend rehydrated raisins with reserved water until creamy. Set aside.
- Prepare workspace: Line a counter space with parchment paper.
- Melt caramel: In a large pot over low heat, melt caramel bits and butter.
- Add ingredients: Stir in raisin puree, cocoa powder, oats, chocolate chips until melted. Add marshmallows and vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Rice Krispies: Stir in Rice Krispies until coated.
- Form treats: Use a cookie scoop to form mixture into patties on parchment paper.
- Set and cool: Let treats sit until firm and cool. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- To make raisin puree, soak raisins in boiling water, blend until creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
