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Samoa Rice Krispie Treats

No-bake layered dessert bars made with crispy rice cereal, toasted coconut, caramel, and chocolate drizzle inspired by classic Samoa cookies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Layer
  • 6 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
Coconut Caramel Layer
  • 1.5 cups shredded sweetened coconut
  • 1 cup caramel sauce thick style
  • 2 tbsp butter
Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  2. Melt butter in a large pot over low heat, then add marshmallows and stir until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and salt.
  4. Fold in crispy rice cereal until fully coated, then press into prepared pan.
  5. Toast shredded coconut in a skillet until golden brown.
  6. Spread caramel sauce over cereal base and sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
  7. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil and drizzle over the top.
  8. Chill until set, then cut into bars and serve.

Notes

Let bars cool fully before slicing for clean layers. Store in airtight container.