Maple Bacon Rice Krispies Treats

For all my maple bacon lovers, this dessert is for you. (A little for myself too.)

Maple Bacon Rice Krispies Treats - sweet and salty chewy marshmallow rice krispies treats filled with bits of bacon and frosted with a maple buttercream.

 Hello sweet and salty maple bacon rice krispies treats. I know I've said it time and time again, but I LOVEEEEE myself some sweet and salty especially when it's maple and bacon paired together. These rice krispies are soft and chewy with bits of savory bacon in it. I had to go a step further and add maple frosting to the top of the treats. I couldn't resist. I also have a delicious cookies and cream rice crispy treats recipe if sweet and salty isn't your thing.

 

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Maple Bacon Rice Krispies Treats - sweet and salty chewy marshmallow rice krispies treats filled with bits of bacon and frosted with a maple buttercream.

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Maple Bacon Rice Krispies Treats

These Maple Bacon Rice Krispies Treats are soft and chewy with bits of savory bacon in it and topped with a maple frosting.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 247 kcal

Ingredients
  

Treats

  • 11 pieces of bacon
  • 10 ounces marshmallows
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • ½ tablespoon maple extract
  • 5 cups rice krispies

Frosting

  • 4 tablespoons butter room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 teaspoon milk

Instructions

Treats

  • Cook 11 pieces of bacon until crispy. Place on a paper towel lined plate. Set aside. It's ideal to make this ahead of time even.
  • Spray a 11x7 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. I don't think it's necessary about I did it to make sure my treats came out without a fight.
  • In a large saucepan, add in the marshmallows and butter. Place over medium heat and let it melt together.
  • Chop the crispy bacon into tiny pieces. Set aside 1 T. of the crumbled bacon for garnish.
  • Once the marshmallows and butter are completely melted and gooey, add in the maple extract. Stir until combined.
  • Add in the rice krispies and the crumbled bacon that isn't reserved for garnish. Stir to cover the krispies thoroughly.
  • Pour the rice krispies into the prepared 11x7 pan. Using a piece of wax paper or parchment paper, press the krispies down into the pan. I don't press down super hard since I like my treats less hard and more chewy. Let cool in pan.

Frosting

  • In a mixing bowl, add in the butter, maple extract, powdered sugar and milk. Mix on low until incorporated.
  • Turn the mixer on high and beat an additional minute or two until light and fluffy.
  • Spread the frosting onto the cooled rice krispies treats. If they're the least bit warm, your frosting will become a gooey mess so be patient!
  • Sprinkle the reserved tablespoon of bacon on top of the treats. Cut and serve!

Notes

To store any leftover maple bacon rice krispie treats, place in an air tight container and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 171mgPotassium: 25mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1070IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

(Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.)

Do you love sweet and salty? How about the maple and bacon combination? Let me know in the comments!

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4 Comments

    1. Yes, you can freeze them in an airtight freezer friendly container for 2-3 months.

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