This Rice Krispie Treat Granola Bar recipe is a grown-up version of the childhood treat that is healthy and packed with energy! A perfect snack!

What’s that? You’re feeling a wee bit on the slimy, sluggy side of life today?
Well then, you’ve set sail on the perfect part of the sea.
Whatever that means.
Because today we’ve got crispety, crunchety, mostly healthety, but-really-let’s-just-say-TOTALLY-healthety-because-marshmallows-are-good-for-the-SOUL little squares that are packed with THIS MUCH ENERGY, YO!
Why You Will LOVE This Recipe
- I am pretty sure your childhood involved a Rice Krispie treat recipe of some sort. And these are a total callback. Taste and nostalgia together!
- I snuck a whole bunch of GOOD 4 U dried fruit, took out the NOT-GOOD-4-U-BUT-GOOD-FOR-YOUR-SOUL-LIKE-MARSHMALLOWS butter, and swapped in coconut oil, and then added some healthy carby goodness with those flaky pieces of heaven that some brilliant human called “oatmeal.” You know how I feel about any overnight oats or, really, any oatmeal recipe ever.
- OH and nuts. You know I LOVE a CRUNCH. Taylor and CRUNCH sittin’ in a tree…
- NO coffee OR energy bites required! These are treats for adults, chock-full of so much energy to get you through the day.

INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup rolled old-fashioned oatmeal
- 3 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 10 oz package of mini-marshmallows
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 1/2 cups Brown Rice Krispies
- 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds

iNSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat your oven to 300 degrees and spray an 8×8 inch pan with cooking spray.
- Roast the oatmeal and the sesame seeds, on separate pans, for 5 mins. They will just be very lightly browned.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the coconut oil, marshmallows and peanut butter.
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the Rice Krispies, peanuts, raisins, cranberries, apricots, sunflower seeds, and toasted oatmeal.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the marshmallow mix and stir WELL until everything is combined.
- Sprinkle half of the toasted sesame seeds evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Then, pour in the Rice Krispie mixture and press down HARD, until even. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds and gently press to adhere to the bars.
- Let set and then slice into bars.
- DEVOUR.

FAQs
I microwaved mine on half power for 1 minute, stirred and then did another 30 seconds. You don’t want to burn the marshmallows, so make sure to use only half power.
You’ll want something sturdy, like a rolling pin or a flat-bottomed glass. You can also use a spatula, though I find some have way too much give to be effective. A tip: Place a piece of parchment paper or wax paper over the mixture to avoid sticking.
Try almond butter or sunflower-seed butter.

How To Store Rice Krispie Treat Granola Bars
You can store these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you put them in the fridge they should last for 2 weeks, and if you freeze them, they should be good for 2 months. If you’re worried they will dry out, wrap them in plastic before putting them in the container.


Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Rolled old fashioned oatmeal
- 3 T Sesame seeds
- 1/4 Cup Coconut oil
- 1 10 oz Package of Mini marshmallows
- 1/2 Cup Natural peanut butter
- 2 1/2 Cups Brown Rice Krispies
- 1/2 Cup Unsalted peanuts
- 1/2 Cup Raisins
- 1/2 Cup Dried cranberries
- 1/2 Cup Dried apricots chopped
- 1/2 Cup Sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300 degrees and spray an 8×8 inch pan with cooking spray.
- Roast the oatmeal and the sesame seeds, on separate pans, for 5 mins. They will just be very lightly browned.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the coconut oil, marshmallows and peanut butter. I microwaved mine on half power for 1 minute, stirred and then did another 30 seconds. You don’t want to burn the marshmallows, so make sure to use only half power.
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the Rice Krispies, peanuts, raisins, cranberries, apricots, sunflower seeds and toasted oatmeal.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the marshmallow mix and stir WELL until everything is well combined.
- Sprinkle half of the toasted sesame seeds evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Then, pour in the Rice Krispie mixture and press down HARD, until even. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds and gently press to adhere to the bars.
- Let set and then slice into bars.
- DEVOUR.
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Aida says
Mmmm this looks great! But I can’t even think about making it because I will eat it all. In one sitting.
Love your last 2 photos – the three tiered ones. Beautiful!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha! But, hey, then you would LOTS of energy! 😉
Thanks Aida!! 😀
Michelle @ Modern Acupuncture says
The texture of these babies! They just look so delicious! And I’m game for anything “mostly healthety.” I think you should write a dictionary, called “Taylor’s Food Words – An Adventure.”
Taylor Kiser says
You know what, I think you’re right. BUT only if you would buy it 😉
Thanks Michelle! Glad to know I’m not the only texture freak!
Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says
Why don’t you just move over in that tree and make room for me?! Totally didn’t mean to rhyme but I guess I’ve got rhythm every now and then….
But these bars. Girl you know I like my homemade energy bars….pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Yea for unplanned poetry!
YES, these are SO up your ally! Thanks girl!
Shashi+RunninSrilankan says
I am all for “SUPA-growed-up-powerhouse-krispie-treats!!!” That picture with the melty marshmallowy yumness is just too much!!!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha! Don’t you just wanna go face first?! Thanks lady! xoxo
Justine@CookingandBeer says
Hello cute little energy bars! Would it be mildly inappropriate to carry a tray of these while I run? I mean I’m always looking for ways to energize while I run without stuffing myself full of that disgusting goo stuff. Your thoughts are appreciated. 😉
Taylor Kiser says
That goo stuff = NASTY. I am ALL for running with a tray of treats…you have my stamp of approval 😉 Thanks lady!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says
These look great Taylor! My kids would love these!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks so much Serena!
Amanda says
Rice Krispie treats that are healthy? Sign me up!!!
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks lady!
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
You are a baking genius, my friend! 😉 You’ve made my beloved goodie into a healthy treat! Awesomesauce! 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
Ha!Thanks lady!
Eileen says
I know this is an old post, but the link no longer works, and they look so good! Can you please help a girl out?!
Taylor Kiser says
Hi Eileen! I’m sorry, but I no longer have that recipes as it’s almost 7 years old. I’ve been trying to get the Wholeyum site it was on to post it back, but with no luck.
Eileen says
Thanks for trying!
Taylor Kiser says
You’re welcome!
Teresa says
I was able to find it using the way back machine so it’s still alive