Caramel Crackles
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Caramel Crackles, a no-bake treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth! These crunchy delights combine airy rice cereal with a lusciously rich homemade caramel made from granulated sugar, butter, and a touch of golden honey. Flavored with a hint of vanilla and a sprinkle of sea salt, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and subtle salty notes. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no oven required, this easy recipe sets in muffin tins for an effortlessly portable snack or dessert. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a quick indulgence, these Caramel Crackles are the ultimate crunchy caramel treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice cereal
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt
Instructions
Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by lightly greasing each cup with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups of rice cereal and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons honey. Cook over medium heat while stirring occasionally.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt.
Quickly pour the hot caramel mixture over the rice cereal in the large mixing bowl. Use a spatula to stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
Spoon the caramel-coated cereal evenly into the prepared muffin cups and press gently to compact them.
Let the caramel crackles cool at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until they set and harden.
Carefully remove the crackles from the muffin tin and enjoy. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1338 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.7 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 196.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 67.4 mg | 374% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
