Food Recipes Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats 3.0 (2) 2 Reviews This chocolatey rice crispy recipe is for those who prefer crispy over chewy. By Ananda Eidelstein Ananda Eidelstein Ananda Eidelstein is a vegetable-loving food writer, recipe developer, and editor with nearly a decade of culinary and food media experience. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 17, 2022 Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Jennifer Causey Hands On Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Yield: 16 bars (serving size: 1 bar) Rice crispy treats are usually chewy, but these are crispy and irresistible. Mixing silky melted chocolate with coconut oil sets up the chocolate and binds the puffed rice cereal together without the need for marshmallows (no added sugar here). This ingredient combo results in very crispy dessert or snack bars. Because this rice crispy treats recipe only uses four simple ingredients, reach for a high-quality chocolate bar for the best flavor. Cut the rice crispy treats into squares or bars, and keep in the fridge until ready to serve. Ingredients 2 (3½-oz.) bittersweet chocolate bars (such as Lindt), finely chopped 2 tbsp virgin coconut oil 5 ½ cups crispy rice cereal ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt Directions Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Microwave chocolate and coconut oil in a large microwavable bowl on HIGH, until melted and smooth, about 1 minute, stirring after 30 seconds. Let cool to room temperature. Transfer 2 tablespoons chocolate mixture to a small bowl, and set aside. Add cereal and salt to melted chocolate mixture, and stir to combine. Transfer cereal mixture to prepared pan, pressing evenly with a flat-bottomed measuring cup. Drizzle with reserved melted chocolate mixture. Freeze until set, about 20 minutes. Before serving, let stand until room temperature. Cut into 16 bars. Store, covered, in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Rate It Print