White Russian Rice Cereal Treats

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons rum / brandy / coffee liqueur such as kahlúa
• 3 tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream 
• 1 tablespoon espresso powder instant
• 10 ounce marshmallows mini ()
• 7 ounces rice cereal such as rice krispies
• 0.3 teaspoon salt fine
• 4 tablespoons butter unsalted plus more for coating the pan ()
• 1 teaspoon water hot
• 8 ounces chocolate white coarsely chopped (not chips)

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• sauce pan
• whisk
• baking pan
• dutch oven

Directions

1. For the treats:Coat a 13-by-9-inch baking pan with butter and set it aside.
2. Place the espresso powder in a small bowl, add the hot water, and stir until the powder has dissolved; set aside.Melt the measured butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
3. Add the marshmallows and salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the marshmallows are completely melted.
4. Add the dissolved espresso powder and stir to combine.
5. Remove the pan from the heat, add the rice cereal, and stir until combined.
6. Place the chocolate and cream in a small saucepan over low heat and stir until melted and combined (the mixture will not be completely smooth).
7. Remove from the heat, add the coffee liqueur, and whisk until combined and smooth.
8. Pour the mixture over the treats and spread it into an even layer.
9. Let sit until the treats are completely cooled and the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
10. Cut the treats into 24 (2-inch) squares. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.