Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Almond Joy Krispie Treats, a scrumptious twist on the classic dessert that combines the rich flavors of coconut, crunchy almonds, and smooth chocolate. Perfect for parties, picnics, or simply satisfying a sweet craving at home, these treats are incredibly easy to make and will impress anyone who tries them. With a vegan-friendly recipe that uses plant-based marshmallows and butter, everyone can enjoy this chewy and crunchy delight. The added layer of melted chocolate on top enhances both flavor and presentation, making these treats a standout choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 cups sliced almonds
- 8 cups crispy rice cereal
- 8 cups mini vegan marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon pure coconut extract
- 8 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spread shredded coconut and sliced almonds on a baking sheet and bake for 6-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Grease a 9"x13" cake pan with butter and set aside two greased rubber spatulas. In a large bowl, combine crispy rice cereal with most of the toasted coconut-almond mixture (reserve some for topping).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt mini vegan marshmallows with butter in the microwave until puffy (2-3 minutes). Stir in pure coconut extract.
- Quickly combine the melted marshmallow mixture with the cereal mixture until well-coated.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan evenly. Melt chocolate and pour over the top; spread it evenly and sprinkle with reserved coconut-almond mix.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg