Hi. My name is Ali. And I watch “The Bachelor”.
I know, I know. Most of my friends give me the serious raised eyebrow when they find out that every Monday night (or usually, every Tuesday morning on Hulu) I tune in along with millions across the nation who just have to see if Bachelor Sean will once again say that “this process is working for him”. Or to watch the incredible dates that he has “planned” for these eager girls. Or, to hear my favorite line (that is used 3928 times in every single episode) — that they are all just so optimistic that they will “find love”.
Yes, I am one of the many that roll my eyes the entire way through and am well-aware that the producers have coached and scripted practically each line of this dating phenomenon. But after (yes) countless seasons, I will confess that I’m still a fan. And love my weekly dose of American TV Dating Sociology 101. (Especially with Sean – he’s surpassing my expectations!)
Without a doubt, though, the best thing about the “Bach” is watching it with friends! I have more friends than would probably admit who watch the show, and I love our weekly texts, calls, and the occasional in-person viewing party to oh-so-passionately weigh in with our opinions about “THE MOST DRAMATIC SEASON EVER”.
A few weeks ago, I had the rare opportunity to watch an episode live with a group of friends. (Yay for a Tuesday night episode!) And my friend, Bree, surprised us with these Coconut Oil Rice Krispie Treats. I’m pretty sure they might have stolen the show that evening. She just subbed in coconut oil for half of the butter, and they were crazy good!! Even those who were iffy about coconut gobbled these up. Ridiculously good.
Ok, does anyone else admit to watching The Bachelor? Who are you rooting for this season?
Coconut Oil Rice Krispie Treats
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 bars 1x
Description
Coconut oil gives traditional rice krispie treats a delicious new twist!
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 2 Tbps. coconut oil
- 1 bag (10.5 oz.) mini marshmallows
- 5 cups crispy rice cereal
Instructions
To Make On The Stove:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter and coconut oil together over medium-low heat. Add the marshmallows, and stir until melted. Remove from heat, and stir in the crispy rice cereal until it is evenly mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 8×8-inch pan, and press down so that the top is flat. Let sit until it returns to room temperature, about an hour. Then cut and serve. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
To Make In The Microwave:
- In a large microwaveable bowl, heat the butter and coconut oil together until melted Add the marshmallows, and stir to combine. Heat for an additional minute or so until the marshmallows are melted. Remove from the microwave, and stir in the crispy rice cereal until it is evenly mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 8×8-inch pan, and press down so that the top is flat. Let sit until it returns to room temperature, about an hour. Then cut and serve. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
LOVE the addition of coconut oil! Ill definitely have to try these!!
We have a Bachelor watching party every Monday night! It’s absolutely one of the highlights of my week… the show’s pretty ridiculous, but laughing and watching it with friends is the best! And it’s also an awesome chance for some treats! I love using coconut oil in desserts (just recently discovered the genius). Definitely pinning this to try!
I watch it with my friends too! these would be fun to make for the season finale! Thanks! :)
Always a party, really anytime favorite! One question, Would it be possible to use only coconut oil?
My friend and I watch it every Monday together with wine and dessert (along with our significant others, but sshhhh, that’s a secret). I’m pretty sure we make fun of it the entire time, but it’s so freaking entertaining.
I love the idea of coconut oil rice krispies treats. I wonder if you could sub out all the butter for coconut oil? Either way, sounds delicious!
If I don’t watch The Bachelor can I still have some of these treats? I’m nuts for anything coconut-y
Using coconut oil in a rice krispie treat?! Another inspired idea!
Love rice krispies treats ! These look awesome, and the cocounut oil must give an interesting twist
Sounds lovely, I love anything with coconut :)
Just when I think that a regular rice krispie treat can’t get any better, you show up with these Ali. :) I love how simple this is! Blonde moment – why haven’t I ever done this before! Love!
I love how simple this recipe is. I have oodles of coconut oil and this would be the perfect little treat! Can you taste the coconut in them or is it so subtle the buttery marshmallow goodness outshines it?