Coconut Lover's Rice Krispy Treats

5 steps

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:37:50 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories273.6 kcal (14%)

Total Fat8.7 g (12%)

Carbs49.7 g (19%)

Sugars28.9 g (32%)

Protein1.6 g (3%)

Sodium175.7 mg (9%)

Fiber0.8 g (3%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

12 servings

6 tablespoonsbutter

8 cupsminiature marshmallows

1 tspvanilla

6 cupscrisp rice cereal

2 cupsmarshmallows

For additional add in, do not melt these with the butter

1 ½ cupssweetened shredded coconut

plus an additional 1/4 cup for topping

Instructions

Step 1

Line a large baking sheet or a 9x13 pan with parchment paper and set aside. Melt the butter in a large pot, over medium heat. Add 8 cups marshmallows and stir until they melt.

Step 2

Remove from the heat, add cereal and stir until combined.

Step 3

Stir in the additional marshmallows and coconut.

Step 4

Scoop the sticky cereal mixture onto the lined pan. Use a lightly buttered spatula or spoon to gently press the mixture across the pan, being careful not to press too firmly.

Step 5

Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Store in an airtight container for several days. Enjoy!