CARAMEL MARSHMALLOW TREATS

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.