Coconut Oil Rice Crispy Treats
These coconut oil rice crispy treats are perfectly gooey and rich. Big, pillowy chunks of marshmallow give each bite a soft, chewy sweetness you can’t resist.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch glass baking dish
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut oil see note
- 8 cups mini marshmallows
- 8 cups rice cereal see note for gluten-free
- 20 regular marshmallows cut in half
Instructions
- Spray a 9-x-13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cut a piece or parchment paper that’s long enough to fit in the bottom of the pan with the sides draping over.
- Place it into the baking dish so it sticks to the spray. Lightly spray the parchment paper with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat a large dutch oven or heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the coconut oil and stir until melted.
- Add the mini marshmallows and stir occasionally until the marshmallows melt. Once they melt, stir vigorously until the coconut oil emulsifies with the marshmallow.
- Remove the pan from the heat, then add the rice krispies. Stir to combine with the melted marshmallow. Add the marshmallow halves to the mixture and stir until evenly dispersed.
- Dump the mixture into the baking dish and spread it around with a spatula. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray and use parchment paper to press the mixture down evenly.
- Let the bars sit for a least an hour, then use the excess parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and enjoy!
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Notes
Coconut oil: For a traditional flavor that doesn't taste like coconut, use refined coconut oil. Unrefined coconut oil has a very strong coconut flavor to it.
Gluten-free: Despite what many people think, Rice Krispies brand aren’t gluten-free because they contain malt. Many generic or off-brand cereals may not include gluten-containing ingredients, but aren’t officially certified gluten-free. The choice is up to you! If you are sensitive to cross contamination, look for a certified brand.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 22mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 16gCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.3mg
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