Cereal Ice Cream Dessert Squares
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake treat with these irresistible Cereal Ice Cream Dessert Squares, a perfect blend of crunchy, creamy, and sweet flavors that’s sure to win over any dessert lover. Featuring layers of crispy rice cereal coated in a homemade caramel mixture, velvety vanilla ice cream, and a luscious drizzle of caramel sauce, this recipe is as easy to assemble as it is delicious. With the optional addition of chopped nuts for a satisfying crunch, these freezer-friendly squares are ideal for summer gatherings or last-minute sweet cravings. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and perfect for serving a crowd, this dessert will quickly become your go-to for effortless indulgence. Keywords: no-bake dessert, ice cream dessert squares, caramel cereal dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 6 cups Vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup Caramel sauce
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to bubble gently.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Place the crispy rice cereal in a large bowl and pour the warm caramel mixture over the cereal. Stir until the cereal is fully coated.
Press half of the caramel-coated cereal into the prepared baking dish to create an even layer. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased) to press it down firmly.
Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the cereal layer.
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the ice cream and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if using.
Gently press the remaining half of the caramel-coated cereal on top of the ice cream to form the final layer.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap, and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
Once ready to serve, let the dish sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. Cut into squares and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 337.7 g | 433% | |
| Saturated Fat | 177.1 g | 886% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 971 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 6052 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1143.5 g | 416% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 700.1 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1283 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 61.0 mg | 339% | |
| Potassium | 2800 mg | 60% | |
*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.
