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Brown Butter Sage Rice Krispie Treats


  • Author: Stephanie
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

810 fresh sage leaves

4 cups mini marshmallows

6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

1. Brown the Butter with Sage

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

  • Add sage leaves and cook until butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma (3–5 minutes). Remove sage leaves if desired.

2. Melt the Marshmallows

  • Reduce heat to low and add marshmallows to the brown butter.

  • Stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.

  • Stir in vanilla extract and salt.

3. Combine with Cereal

  • Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies cereal.

  • Stir quickly until evenly coated with the brown butter marshmallow mixture.

4. Set and Serve

  • Press mixture into a greased 9×13-inch pan or lined with parchment paper.

  • Use a buttered spatula or parchment to flatten evenly.

  • Let cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

Sage flavor: For a subtle herbal note, use fewer leaves; for stronger flavor, leave leaves in.

Extra crunch: Add toasted pecans or walnuts into the mixture.

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Make-ahead: Can be prepared a day in advance and cut just before serving.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210