Coconut Brittle Cake Topping Recipe

This incredibly easy Coconut Brittle Cake Topping is the perfect crunchy, sweet finish for your favorite cake! Made with toasted coconut and your choice of rice krispies (regular or cocoa!), this recipe adds a delightful texture and flavor in just 18 minutes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 18 mins

Calories 712.9 kcal

Protein 11g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Brittle Cake Topping

Light Brown Sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Light Cream
Flaked Coconut
Nuts
3 cups Rice Krispies cereal (regular or cocoa)

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How to Make Coconut Brittle Cake Topping

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the shredded coconut, rice krispies, and salt until evenly distributed.
Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Let cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into pieces and sprinkling over your cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

252g

Fat

123g

Carbs

26g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Desserts Fruit Cakes Nuts Cake Fillings And Frostings Coconut

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coconut Brittle Cake Topping?

Coconut Brittle Cake Topping takes about 23 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 18 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coconut Brittle Cake Topping?

Coconut Brittle Cake Topping has approximately 712.9 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 67 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coconut Brittle Cake Topping?

The key ingredients for Coconut Brittle Cake Topping are Light Brown Sugar, Butter, Light Cream, Flaked Coconut, Nuts, Rice Krispies. See the full list with measurements above.