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Last week I was strolling through Walmart, which happens to be one of my least favorite stores on the planet. The dim lighting and lack of decent produce coupled with a maximum of 3 open lanes stacked 10 people deep is enough to make me stay away – forever. However, I was on a mission to find a specific item for a cupcake idea.

A mission that was fully provoked by Amber, who led me on a wild goose chase via the phone. After asking several employees and Amber’s diligent Googling from New Jersey, I still came up empty handed. It appears that we Ohioans are a little late to the Orange Creamsicle Oreo scene.

Instead of fleeing at that moment, I decided to do what any baker would do, I went to assess their baking aisle where I stumbled upon a lonely bag of Toasted Coconut Marshmallows. Being that I love coconut, especially of the toasted variety, and marshmallows, I immediately snatched them up along with a giant box of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies. Hello, Toasted Marshmallow Rice Krispie Treats!

I wanted to love these marshmallows – I really did. However, I can only equate the experience to eating a marshmallow that’s been coated in coconut flavored sand. Not the best mouth feel in the world and sandy Rice Krispie Treats sound less than delicious. Lucky for me, I had a full bag of plain miniature marshmallows stashed away in the pantry, so I created my own version of Toasted Coconut Rice Krispie Treats and added a little chocolate into the mix just to kick things up a notch.

The result? Oooey, gooey crispy marshmallow goodness enhanced by the subtle flavor of coconut and flecks of chocolate. A definite win and totally worth waiting 15 minutes in line at Walmart for the inspiration.

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Chocolate-Coconut Rice Krispie Treats

By: Jamie
4.46 from 11 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 24
This twist on the classic cereal treat adds tropical flair with coconut.

Ingredients  

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 ¾ cups miniature marshmallows divided use
  • ¼ teaspoon coconut extract
  • 6 cups crisped rice cereal Kellogg's Rice Krispies
  • 1 ½ cups sweetened coconut flakes toasted (see note below)
  • ¾ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions 

  • Line a 9 x 13 x 2 inch baking pan with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and stir in coconut extract.
  • Add crisped rice cereal; stirring until well coated. Fold in toasted coconut, miniature chocolate chips and reserved 3/4 cup marshmallows.
  • Using buttered spatula, press the mixture into the prepared pan. Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares.

Notes

- Chocolate-Coconut Rice Krispie Treats are best if served the same day they are made.
- To Toast Coconut: Preheat oven to 350 F. Spread shredded, flaked, or shaved coconut on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven, stirring often, until golden brown - about 5 to 10 minutes.
- I drizzled my bars with melted chocolate before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 24mg, Potassium: 68mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 47IU, Calcium: 6mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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55 Comments

  1. Susan Schaller says:

    Why are we reserving the 3/4 c marshmallows?
    Has anyone used the coconut oil in place of butter? I will be making this for our church senior banquet. Hope it works!

    1. Jamie says:

      Susan-
      You add the reserved marshmallows in with the chocolate chips, just for a little more texture in the treats. I have not tried these with coconut oil but let me know how they turn out if you try it. Thanks for visiting.

      -Jamie

  2. Amy says:

    I have always been a HUGE fan of RKT’s, but these were seriously delicious! Only problem I had was getting the chocolate chips to mix in well and stick. Next time I make these I will try mixing the chocolate with the melted marshmellows first. Thanks for the amazing recipe!

  3. Barbara | Creative Culinary says:

    One childhood treat I still love is Rice Krispie Treats; with chocolate and coconut? Help.

    I’m actually doing a RK treat soon; friend sent me an AMAZING thing on a stick from a local store in my hometown of St. Louis…now I have to figure out how to make it so there will be no more overnight shipping to the tune of $28. Not kidding.

  4. Julie says:

    Jamie, I went to vote for your Le Creuset photo and see that the contest has closed (I’m a little behind on emails!). I have to say, though, I think that your photo was the best composed and most beautiful. I just loved the blue and yellow against the beautiful wood grains. I absolutely love your blog (and see that you’re from Ohio, too!)

  5. Dave says:

    The wow factor on these treats are at a full 10!

  6. Nicole H. says:

    I can’t wait to try these! I absolutely love coconut and also enjoy toasted coconut marshmallows (non-Walmart variety).

    Thanks for this fantastic recipe… perfect for a summer get together and definitely brings back memories of my childhood.

  7. Patti says:

    what about subbing coconut oil for the butter? More coconut flavor for sure but would it gel well?

    1. Jamie says:

      Patti-
      I have not tried subbing coconut oil, but if you do, let me know how it goes! Thanks for stopping by.
      -Jamie

  8. Claire says:

    A cross between an Almond Joy and a Rice Krispie Treat?! I know what I’m making next.

  9. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says:

    Chocolate and coconut are always a winning combination!