Rice Krispie Carmel Bars

My mother-in-law makes rock star Rice Krispie treats! (Karen Rice, Central Ward) They are a huge hit wherever I have taken them---super easy and great to take along on fall activities!

Caramel Center

1/2 stick butter

1 bag caramels (unwrap)

6 oz can condensed milk

1 tsp. vanilla

Rice Krispies

1 stick of butter

2 pkgs mini marshmallows (reserve 1/2 package)

*after. the butter and marshmallows are melted, stir in 1 tsp. vanilla

9-12 cups Rice Krispies

Melt first 3 ingredients together, set aside. In another pan, melt 1 stick of butter and marshmallows; stir in cereal. Butter a cookie sheet. Pat down 1/2 of the Rice Krispie mixture---make sure it's a thick layer. (it helps to put water on your hands---it can be sticky) Sprinkle remaining 1/2 package mini marshmallows on the Rice Krispie layer. Cover with warm caramel mixture. Cover with remaining Rice Krispie mixture and pat down. Cool. Cut into squares.

I like to wrap them individually in plastic wrap, then freeze.
This makes it easier to save and disperse whenever anyone wants a yummy treat!