Brown Butter Chai Rice Krispie Treats

5 from 1 vote

Published 10/13/2024

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Elevate rice krispie treats like never before with this unique and flavorful Brown Butter Chai Rice Krispie Treats recipe! Browned butter and our legendary homemade chai spice mix add a warm and comforting flavor to these classic treats — perfect for the fall weather.

Square rice crispy treats with a dusting of spices and garnished with star anise, arranged on a parchment paper surface.

I can’t help but put our homemade chai spice on everything from these Chocolate Chai Overnight Oats to this cozy Chai Tea Latte. Our next victim is the brown butter chai rice krispie treats recipe, and woo wee, it’s a flavor party up in here!

You’ll make this recipe just like any other rice krispie treat recipe, except you’ll add in some brown butter and our chai spice mix. It’s the perfect addition to classic rice krispie treats!

Brown Butter Chai Rice Krispie Treats (Only 4 Ingredients!)

Salted butter: Adds a savory richness to the treat and pairs perfectly with the warm chai spices.
Homemade chai spice: A blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, allspice, and cloves screams fall and adds a warm and comforting flavor to this recipe.
Marshmallows: We used a regular 12 oz. bag of large marshmallows for this recipe.
Rice Krispy cereal: You can’t make rice krispie treats without the classic Rice Krispy cereal!

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Can I use store-bought chai spice?

We used our homemade chai spice, but you’re welcome to use a store-bought version. Just know that the flavor of the chai will determine the flavor of the rice krispie treats!

Make This Rice Krispie Recipe Even More Fun!

Want to incorporate more flavors and textures into your brown butter chai rice krispie treats? Here are a few ideas to try:

Add chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts for added crunch and nutty flavor.

Drizzle melted chocolate over the top for a sweet and indulgent twist.

Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top for a salty-sweet combination that will make your taste buds dance.

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Toasted Rice Krispie Treats

Big rice krispie treat fan? You’re in luck — we have these toasted rice krispie treats recipe

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How to Make Homemade Chai Spice

Not sure where to start when it comes to making your own chai spice blend? Well, whaddya know, we’ve got our own Homemade Chai Spice Mix recipe right here! Here’s the basics on how to make it:

Ingredients

2 tsp. ground cardamom
2 tsp. ground allspice
2 tsp. ground nutmeg
4 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 tsp. ground cloves
6 tsp. ground ginger

Instructions

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. Then add it to your brown butter rice krispie treats recipe!

prefer thin rice krispie treats?

This recipe makes a thicker rice krispie treat. If you’d like thinner bars, use a 9×13-inch pan. Make sure to grease the pan before adding the rice-krispie mixture!

Storage

These rice krispie treats are best when enjoyed within 3-4 days, but can last up to a week if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

5 from 1 vote

Brown Butter Chai Rice Krispie Treats

These brown butter chai rice krispie treats are a delicious twist on the classic treat. With warm and cozy flavors like chai spice and brown butter, these bars have the cozy flavors of fall in every bite!

By: Linley Hanson

Prep: 15

Cook: 5

Total: 20

Servings:

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Ingredients

▢ 3 tablespoons salted butter
▢ ½ teaspoon homemade chai spice
▢ ~48 large marshmallows, 1 regular 12 oz. bag of large marshmallows
▢ 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal

Instructions

Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.
Heat the butter in a large pot over medium/high heat. Melt the butter until little brown bits for in the butter. Remove the pot from the heat so it doesn’t burn.
Whisk the chai spice into the brown butter.
Add the marshmallows to the pot and stir until they are coated in butter and begin to melt. If they continue to melt, keep stirring. If they stop melting, return the pot to the burner and heat over low heat. Stir the marshmallows consistently until melted.
Remove them from the heat and add the rice crispies. Stir until combined.
Transfer the mixture to the lined pan and lightly press the rice crispies into the pan. Option to dust the top with more chai spice.
Let the mixture set for at least 30 minutes, Slice and enjoy!

Tips & Notes

We used our homemade chai spice. Feel free to use store-bought, but know that the flavor of the chai will determine the flavor of the rice krispie treats.
This recipe makes a thicker rice krispie treat. If you’d like thinner bars, use a 9×13-inch pan.