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Caramel Marshmallow Treats Recipe

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I created this candy by combining my husband's favorite cookie recipe and my mom's caramel dip. These sweets really appeal to kids...plus, they can help make them!—Tamara Holschen, Anchor Point, Alaska

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Caramel Marshmallow Treats Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 60 Servings

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Ingredients

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Rice Krispies, coarsely crushed
1 package (16 ounces) large marshmallows

Directions

Line two baking sheets with waxed paper; set aside. In a large saucepan, cook and stir the milk, caramels and butter over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the cinnamon and vanilla.
Place Rice Krispies in a shallow bowl. With a toothpick, dip each marshmallow into warm caramel mixture; turn to coat. Press bottoms into Rice Krispies; place treats on prepared pans. Let stand until set. Yield: 5 dozen.

Originally published as Caramel Marshmallow Treats in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2005, p80

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Reviewed on May. 22, 2013 by nilouve

I was suprised at what a huge hit such a simple recipe turned out to be. I found it a little tricky to get the caramel at just the right consistency but, otherwise, no problems at all.

Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2012 by PPIONTKO

I'm not rating this recipe; but, I make these also w/o the cinnamon or vanilla extract every Christmas. I roll the whole marshmellow in Rice Krispies and I only have known these as "Goof Balls". I will try this recipe & see how I like it

Reviewed on Mar. 01, 2012 by TonyaRenee06

I will cut the caramel recipe in half next time but I will make it again!

Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2012 by shortytalk

so easy...and taste great

Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2012 by theckman

These were a big hit but they definitely need to be refrigerated or they get sticky.

Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2011 by arendell3

This was much easier to make than what I had expected and was a HUGE hit at a family birthday party. Several family members requested the recipe to make these for their own holiday parties!

Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2011 by WhiskeyGirl7

I followed the recipe exactly but used crushed graham crackers (per another review) and drizzled chocolate and white chocolate over the top. Will make these again...they were a big hit

Reviewed on Dec. 22, 2011 by pippercat

These were a big hit with my coworkers. They were really easy to make and fairly quick. Rather than use the wrapped caramels, I used 1 bag + part of another bag of the ready-to-use caramel bits found in the baking section at the grocery. The cinnamon added a nice flavor to the caramel. Even my husband, who can be quite picky when it comes to homemade candy, loved them. They would be good dipped in chocolate and/or nuts as well. Thanks for the recipe!

Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2011 by topsyturvey@xplornet.ca

Made these when my son was in school for snacks to take to school. Everyone loved them so have resurrected the recipe for the three grandsons now. Daughter-in-law loves them too. Just made a batch yesterday. Was wondering though, can I freeze them?

Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2011 by mobyii

These are the best, and I will make again.

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