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Irresistible Brown Butter Football Rice Crispy Treats

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A quick and delicious twist on classic rice crispy treats featuring nutty browned butter and festive football-themed sprinkles, perfect for game day snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 4 cups (about 240g) mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups (about 180g) rice cereal (certified gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup football-shaped sprinkles or colored sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. (5 minutes)
  2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter. Stir often as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat once browned. (5-7 minutes)
  3. Immediately add 4 cups mini marshmallows to the browned butter. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth. Add a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; stir to combine. (3-4 minutes)
  4. Pour 6 cups rice cereal into a large bowl. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the cereal. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold until all cereal is coated evenly. Avoid overmixing. (2-3 minutes)
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Using parchment paper or lightly buttered hands, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan. (3-4 minutes)
  6. While still warm, sprinkle football-shaped sprinkles or colored sugar on top. Press lightly so they stick but don’t sink. (1-2 minutes)
  7. Allow treats to cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour. Once set, lift from pan using parchment and cut into squares or football shapes with a cookie cutter if desired.

Notes

Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning; stir constantly and watch for a nutty aroma and golden color. Use mini marshmallows for even melting. Press the mixture gently to keep treats soft and chewy. For vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use vegan marshmallows. Store treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Keywords: brown butter, rice crispy treats, game day snack, football treats, easy dessert, quick snack, marshmallow treats

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