Chocolate Caramel Crispy
Chocolate Caramel Crispy is a British classic for good reason — chopped mars bar does most of the work, and the method is simple enough for a weeknight. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 6 Chopped Mars Bar
- 150 g Butter
- 120 g Rice Krispies
- 150 g Milk Chocolate
Method
- Grease and line a 20 x 20cm/8" x 8" baking tin with parchment paper.
- Put the mars bars and butter in a heat proof bowl and place over a pan of barely simmering water. Mixing with a whisk, melt until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour over the rice krispies in a mixing bowl and mix until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Press evenly into the prepare baking tin and set aside.
- Melt the milk chocolate in the microwave or over a pan of barely simmering water.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the rice krispie mixture and leave to set in a cool place. Once set slice into squares and serve!
Tips for the best Chocolate Caramel Crispy
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Keep the simmer gentle. A hard boil toughens chopped mars bar and drives off the liquid too fast.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Slow cooker: brown everything first, then cook on low for 6–8 hours instead of simmering.
- Fusion twist: keep the method but swap the spices for your own favourites — the British base takes well to it.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoon of thick cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Chocolate Caramel Crispy recipe easy to make?
It is rated easy: 4 ingredients and 5 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
What can I substitute for chopped mars bar?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Chocolate Caramel Crispy ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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