Treasure Chest

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A delightful frozen dessert resembling a treasure chest, combining crunchy Rice Krispies, nuts, coconut, and creamy vanilla ice cream for a sweet, satisfying treat suitable for gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. Rice Krispies
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/3 c. melted butter or margarine
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts
  • 1/2 c. coconut
  • 1 qt. vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  1. Mix together Rice Krispies, chopped nuts, and coconut; then slightly brown in the oven.
  2. Stir in brown sugar and melted butter; spread half of this mixture in a 9 x 9-inch pan.
  3. Spoon softened vanilla ice cream over the crumbs in the pan.
  4. Top with the remaining crumb mixture.
  5. Freeze until firm. This dessert can be made several days ahead.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

688 kcal 34% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5g 10% DV
Total Fat 43.9g 56% DV
Carbs 72.8g 26% DV
Fiber 4g 14% DV
Sugar 32.3g 65% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 140.8mg 6% DV
Potassium 320.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 80.3mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 100.5mcg 11% DV
Vitamin C 0.8mg 1% DV
Calcium 57.3mg 4% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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