Recently I’ve been looking for more ways to get my four year old into the kitchen cooking with me. He loves to help mix up cookies and chop veggies but as he’s gotten a little older, I wanted to find a cooking project he could do largely on his own. As I sat staring into my pantry yesterday, I spied a box of Rice Krispies and a bag of marshmallows and I realized, what could be easier than classic Rice Krispies Treats? Aside from the melting of the butter and marshmallow, those perfect little pillows of marshallow-y goodness really don’t require much in the way of kitchen skill. So there I was, all set to make a batch with my kiddo when he got home from preschool when I noticed the bag of bittersweet chocolate chips staring at me from the shelf below the marshmallows. And that’s when my plans took a quick turn. While I do intend to get my little guy in the kitchen to make some classic Rice Krispies treats soon, I decided in that moment that my chocolate craving was winning and needed to be addressed ASAP. Thus was born my new favorite indulgence: Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispies Bites with Dulce de Leche.
This recipe starts out very similar to the age old favorite. Melt some butter in a sauce pan, stir in a bag of marshmallows and mix it all together with a bunch of Rice Krispies. After pressing the cereal mixture into a greased pan, I allow them to chill in the freezer for a few minutes to allow for easier cutting. Then they are cut into small ( 1.5 to 2 inch squares) squares, coated with a thin layer of dulce de leche, and then dipped into chocolate. Sprinkle with the faintest dusting of salt and allow to chill and you have the cutest, decadent little dessert bites perfect for parties. Or for Tuesdays.
These bites can be kept in an airtight container for a few days. They are best served slightly chilled. Of course, if you’re not super into mini desserts like I am (or if you just don’t feel like cutting and dipping lots of little squares) these are just as delicious as more traditional bars. Simply prepare the cereal bars as usual, spread on a layer of dulce de leche and then pour over the melted chocolate and slice into individual servings after the whole thing has chilled.
Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispies Bites with Dulce de Leche
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 10 ounces marshmallows 1 bag
- 5 1/2 cups puffed rice cereal like Rice Krispies
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 jar Dulce de Leche
- 1 1/2 cups dark or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
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Prepare an 8x8 or 9x9 pan by coating with a light layer of nonstick cooking spray.
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In a wide mouth sauce pan, melt the butter and marshmallows together until smooth.
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Add in the Rice Krispies and quickly stir to coat the cereal.
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Turn the marshmallow and cereal mixture into the prepared pan and, using a greased spatula, gently press it into the pan.
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Allow to chill in the refrigerator or freezer for approximately 10 minutes or until slightly firm.
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Meanwhile, place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl.
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Heat on 30 second intervals, stirring frequently, until just melted and combined.
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Cut the cereal bars into small square and top each square with a thin layer of dulce de leche.
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Dip the bars into the chocolate mixture and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
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Allow to chill and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of kosher or sea salt.
These look so good. I’m gonna try them out next week! 😉
Enjoy! Everyone needs a little bite (or whole pan) of dessert!
Oh my gosh I need these in my life!
Right? Everyone does! XOXO
Oooo, these look so tasty! What a great update to a classic treat!
Thank you! 🙂
OOOOOooooooh! These look amazing! I might want tot try this with my homemade dulce de leche!
YES! That sounds like heaven 🙂
WANT. NEED> LOVE. I was literally just fantasizing about rice krispy treats. And you even thought of adding a sprinkle of salt. HEAVEN.
YES! You are our kind of gal.
Yummmmm! I have an unopened box of krispies in my cabinet just screaming to be used for this!
Yay! Happy baking!
Love this grown-up version of a childhood classic! These look like a perfect treat to satisfy a sweet tooth craving!
I’m totally going to try and make these!
This is such a fantastic new twist on rice Krispies! I used to get into fights with my sister over who had the last rice Krispy of the batch, lol! Love, love this recipe! I want to make it with my sister, even though chances are we will get into a discussion over who gets to eat the very last piece 🙂 Thanks for sharing this fantastic recipe!
My brother and I did the same thing growing up! Here’s to getting the last bite 🙂
I LOVE homemade rice krispies! These look so delicious 🙂
So many things really are better homemade, right?
Wow, do these little treats look addicting! Love your updated version for grown-ups! Wish I had some now!
Thanks, Lindsay! I wish I could send you some!
You’re right, this is perfect for getting in the kitchen. I’m sure my kitchen they’ll mostly be licking the spoons. I really love that you put a dolce de leche on it, what a fun twist. My son’s birthday party is coming up and he would love to have these.
Licking the spoons is definitely one of the best parts! I hope your son has a great birthday!
I love how these take a simple, classic treat and take them up to a WOW! 🙂 Yum!
Thanks, Corey. Such a sweet comment!
That looks absolutely delish!!! I want to make it- thanks for the recipe!
Let us know how you think! Happy baking 🙂
I love this twist on a childhood classic.
Thanks, Julie!
Chocolate.. Rice Krispy’s.. and Dulce De Leche. Oh my goodness. So much deliciousness in one treat! I can’t wait to give these a try!
Yay! I think you’ll like them 🙂
What a perfect treat!
Thanks Meg 🙂
This looks like such a wonderful dessert idea! Yum!
Thanks! 🙂
These look pretty darn irresistible!
I bet you can’t eat just one!
Lane & Holly, these Krispie treats look like little bites of Heaven! I can’t wait to try them!
YES! little bites of heaven is the perfect description!
This is so perfect for summer and back to school! Looks delicious!
Enjoy!
I love this tasty twist on a classic!
Thanks Jen! XOXO
I love easy recipes that also create that “wow” effect! Can’t wait to try these!!
I hope you enjoy!
I would polish these ALL off, solo!
Right? Who wants to share?!?