HAZELNUT-TOASTED COCONUT CRISPY TREATS
Hazelnut is a favorite of mine and this recipe did not disappoint. These are the treats you loved as a kid ... only BETTER! I had a hard time finding hazelnut paste locally, so I made some on my own. Here is my recipe: 2 cups chopped hazelnuts 2 egg whites (I used the powdered egg whites) 1 cup 10X sugar 1 T Frangelica
Provided by Catie B
Categories Other Snacks
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Grease with butter a 9x13 in. pan. Then line with parchment paper. Have paper come up over the ends, to make a handle, making it easier to lift treats out of pan. Make sure you have thoroughly stirred the hazelnut paste, to disburse oil at the top. Like natural peanut butter, the oil rises and must be stirred back in. Then it is ready to measure for cooking. Almond paste does not have to be stirred, as it doesn't separate, but it ready to use when you open the can.
- 2. Heat butter in a large, heavy pan, over low heat, and when melted, add regular and toasted coconut marshmallows. Stir occasionally to distribute marshmallows throughout, and help them melt, about 5 minutes. Add hazelnut paste and stir until paste is melted, and mixture is well blended.
- 3. Remove from heat, and stir in rice crispies, toasted coconut, and hazelnuts. Mix until rice puffs are well coated, and coconut and nuts are well mixed throughout.
- 4. Scrape one half of mixture into the pan. Quickly, with buttered hands or well buttered spatula (hands work better) push and compact mixture into pan. Sprinkle evenly with chopped chocolate. Top with remaining marshmallow mixture, and pat down, covering chocolate layer. You want to move quickly during these steps so that the mixture does not become too hard to maneuver in pan. Let mixture cool, or place in refrigerator for 15 minutes to cool faster.
- 5. Cut into squares. Best the day of making, (but they do last longer and better than the original recipe). Serve as desired. Keep tightly closed for up to three days.
- 6. NOTE: I have made these with almond paste, using 4-6 oz. of leftover paste. Can add a touch of almond extract if desired. I used chopped almonds, toasted, or pecans if I have on hand. They are rather classy crispy treats and have been requested at adult gatherings. Since anything goes when making them, there is a version for everyone! I hope you try them and let me know how you like them! P.S. Sweetened coconut, even toasted, makes them overly sweet. I use KAF toasted coconut as purchased, or unsweetened coconut I toast myself if I have to do so. It adds a nice flavor to the cereal, and the nut pastes. Gluten-Free: Just make sure your ingredients, including Rice Cereal is gluten free. Most boxes today say so right on the front or side with nutrient information.
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Md Nahid Khan Nahid
[email protected]These crispy treats are a fun and easy snack to make with kids.
Shiloh West
[email protected]These crispy treats are the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. I love the toasted coconut and hazelnut flavor.
Asif Bhati
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making these crispy treats again. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Asha Buddin
[email protected]These crispy treats are perfect for a quick and easy snack. They're also a great way to use up leftover rice cereal.
Rrr Ffcy
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but these crispy treats were surprisingly good. The hazelnuts really balance out the sweetness of the coconut.
Willem De lange
[email protected]I had some trouble finding toasted coconut, so I used shredded coconut instead. The crispy treats still turned out great!
Reneilwe More
[email protected]These crispy treats were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.
S S Rahim
[email protected]Delicious! The crispy treats were a big hit at my daughter's birthday party. I will definitely be making them again.
Tamang Ram
[email protected]These crispy treats were easy to make and turned out great! I used a combination of chopped hazelnuts and shredded coconut, and they were the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.
Margaret Kambo
[email protected]I've tried many crispy treat recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The toasted coconut adds a delicious crunch and the hazelnuts give them a rich, nutty flavor. I will definitely be making these again!
Suhbat Ali
[email protected]These crispy treats were a hit with my family! The combination of toasted coconut and hazelnuts gave them a unique flavor that was both sweet and nutty. The texture was perfectly crispy, and they were easy to make.