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Coconut Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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These homemade Coconut Rice Krispie Treats are a quick and delightful dessert bar combining gooey marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and a generous amount of sweet shredded coconut. Perfect for a crowd and easy to prepare, these treats offer a unique tropical twist on the classic Rice Krispie treat.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 cups mini marshmallows
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (or other toasted rice cereal)
  • 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows (additional, for folding in whole)
  • ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (additional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Dish: Line a 13×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add 8 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted. Remove from heat.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Immediately fold in 1 ½ cups of sweetened shredded coconut and 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir well to coat all cereal evenly.
  4. Add Additional Marshmallows: Fold in the additional 2 cups of mini marshmallows gently until incorporated without breaking them down completely.
  5. Transfer to Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and gently spread it evenly using a lightly greased silicone spatula. Lightly press the mixture into the pan without packing it firmly.
  6. Top with Coconut: Immediately sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of sweetened shredded coconut evenly over the top of the treat mixture.
  7. Set and Serve: Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for at least 1 hour. If left out longer, cover tightly to prevent drying. Once set, lift the parchment paper and the treats from the pan, cut into 12 squares, and serve or store.

Notes

  • 10 cups of mini marshmallows equal approximately two 10-ounce bags; you will have about 1 to 2 cups leftover.
  • Do not pack the mixture too firmly into the pan to maintain a light and crispy texture.
  • If storing for more than an hour at room temperature, cover tightly to keep the treats fresh and prevent drying out.

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