Salted caramel treats are a delectable fusion of sweet and savory flavors, captivating taste buds with their velvety caramel texture and the subtle contrast of salt. From delectable cakes and creamy cheesecakes to luscious mousses and rich puddings, the versatility of salted caramel lends itself to a vast repertoire of culinary creations. In this article, we explore the enchanting world of salted caramel treats, unraveling the secrets of achieving that perfect balance between sweetness and saltiness. We present a curated selection of recipes that showcase the boundless possibilities of this irresistible confection, inspiring you to embark on a delectable journey of culinary exploration.
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SALTED CARAMEL MARSHMALLOW CRISPY TREATS (GLUTEN FREE)
A gluten-free salty sweet treat! These can be made with regular cereal as well.
Provided by MrsFisher0729
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes Crispy Rice Treat Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place cereal in a large heatproof bowl.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir brown sugar, cream, and corn syrup into butter; cook, stirring, until mixture becomes thick and syrupy, 7 minutes. Stir 2 teaspoons salt into butter mixture. Remove from heat and add marshmallows; stir until marshmallows are smooth and melted.
- Pour marshmallow mixture over rice cereal and stir. Transfer cereal mixture to prepared baking dish and press down with greased parchment paper. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 447.4 mg, Sugar 30.8 g
SALTED CARAMEL PRETZEL RICE KRISPIES TREATS
Craving a snack that's both salty and sweet? These salted caramel Rice Krispies Treats can't be beat. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a microwave or in a large saucepan over low heat, melt marshmallows in oil; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cereal, 2/3 cup each caramels and pretzels. Press mixture into a lightly-greased 13x9-in. baking pan using wax paper or a lightly-greased spatula. Cool to room temperature. Spread melted chocolate over top; sprinkle with remaining caramels and pretzels. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SALTED CARAMEL-STUFFED CRISPY RICE TREATS RECIPE BY TASTY
Gooey, buttery crispy rice treats and salted caramel are #couplegoals. Quick tip: if the crispy rice mixture solidifies too much to spread, place the pot in the oven at 250°F (120°C) for 5 minutes to soften.
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Desserts
Yield 20 treats
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make the salted caramel sauce: In a small saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer, stir together the sugar, water, and salt until no clumps remain, brushing any sugar granules from the sides of the pot. Turn the heat to medium and cook the sugar mixture without stirring until the temperature reaches 350°F (180°C) and the color turns light amber brown, 10-15 minutes.
- Gently whisk in 1 piece of butter at a time until melted and incorporated.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent the caramel from overflowing. Use caution as the mixture bubbles. Let the sauce cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Make the crispy rice treats: Grease a 9 x 13-inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes.
- With a rubber spatula, stir in the marshmallows until completely melted. Stir in the vanilla. Turn off the heat, add the puffed rice cereal, and stir until well coated.
- Spread half of the crispy rice mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Spread the salted caramel sauce evenly over the first layer of crispy rice treats and sprinkle with the flaky sea salt. Return the pan to the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Spread the rest of the crispy rice mixture evenly over the caramel sauce. (If the crispy rice mixture solidifies too much to spread, place the pot in the oven at 250°F (120°C) for 5 minutes to soften). Let the treats cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- Once cooled, invert the treats onto a cutting board and cut into 2-inch squares.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 20 grams
SALTED CARAMEL TREATS
These are so dressed up you will not recognize the Rice Krispy treat from the side of the box. This is a series of 5 different varieties from Redbook magazine. Try them all, they look gorgeous together.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt caramel ingredients over medium low heat until smooth; remove from heat.
- Line a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick aluminum foil which extends the 2 inches beyond the edges.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium low heat; stir in marshmallows, with a rubber spatula, and continue stirring until almost melted.
- Stir in vanilla, 1 teaspoon of the sea salt, and 1 cup of the melted caramel stirring until smooth; remove from heat.
- Stir in cereal and press mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Spread the remaining caramel over top and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Let cool completely, peel off foil, and cut into 24 squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 143.2, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 27.7, Protein 3
SALTED CARAMEL STUFFED CHEX® CEREAL TREATS
No baking required for this easy snack dessert made with Chex Cereal, marshmallows, popcorn, caramels, peanuts and sea salt.
Provided by Cindy Rahe
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make the Caramel Layer, in 1- to 2-quart saucepan, stir together sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves and turns into a syrup, stirring frequently. Heat to boiling and boil until syrup becomes dark golden brown (a warm, whiskey color). Remove from heat.
- Quickly stir in 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in cream, vanilla and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth, heating over medium heat if necessary. Pour caramel into medium bowl; cool about 15 minutes or until spreadable.
- Meanwhile, to make the Cereal Layers, spray 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
- In 3- to 4-quart saucepan, cook 3 tablespoons butter and the marshmallows over medium heat, stirring until mixture is melted and well combined. Stir in cereal, popcorn, peanuts and 1/4 teaspoon salt until coated.
- Firmly press half of mixture in bottom of pan. Spread cooled spreadable caramel in an even layer over top of cereal mixture. Top with remaining cereal mixture, pressing gently. Sprinkle top with additional coarse sea salt. Cool 1 hour before cutting into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
SALTED CARAMEL HOLIDAY TREATS
Make and share this Salted Caramel Holiday Treats recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Food.com
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 24 treats
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt caramel ingredients over medium low heat until smooth; remove from heat.
- Line a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick aluminum foil which extends the 2 inches beyond the edges.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium low heat; stir in marshmallows, with a rubber spatula, and continue stirring until almost melted.
- Stir in vanilla, 1 teaspoon of the sea salt, and 1 cup of the melted caramel stirring until smooth; remove from heat.
- Stir in cereal and press mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Spread the remaining caramel over top and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Let cool completely, peel off foil, and cut into 24 squares.
Tips:
- For salted caramel cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. Refrigerate any leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- To make salted caramel popcorn, use a large pot or Dutch oven to ensure the popcorn has enough room to pop. Stir the popcorn constantly to prevent burning. Once the popping slows down, remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn onto a baking sheet to cool.
- When preparing salted caramel sauce, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching. Stir the sauce constantly until it reaches the desired consistency. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of cream or milk. Store the sauce in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For salted caramel cupcakes, fill the cupcake liners only 2/3 full to prevent overflowing. Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- To make salted caramel chocolate bark, use a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent the bark from sticking. Sprinkle the chocolate with sea salt immediately after pouring it onto the baking sheet. Break the bark into pieces once it has hardened.
Conclusion:
Salted caramel is a versatile flavor that can be used in a variety of sweet treats. From cookies and popcorn to cupcakes and chocolate bark, there are endless possibilities for incorporating this delicious combination into your desserts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these salted caramel recipes are sure to impress your friends and family.
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