Healthy Rice Krispie Treats
A better-for-you twist on the classic no-bake bar made with brown rice cereal, natural nut butter, and maple syrup or honey. Chewy, nostalgic, and perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or light dessert—no marshmallows or refined sugar needed.
Ingredients
- 3 cups brown rice cereal (or puffed rice cereal)
- 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter (natural, runny)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother texture)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (optional)
- 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips (optional, or drizzle melted chocolate on top)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional boost)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
- In a small saucepan over low heat (or in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts), gently warm the nut butter, maple syrup or honey, coconut oil (if using), vanilla, and salt, stirring until smooth and combined.
- Place the brown rice cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm nut-butter mixture over the cereal and stir with a spatula until every piece is evenly coated.
- Fold in optional add-ins like mini dark chocolate chips, chia seeds, or ground flaxseed.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it down very firmly into an even layer. Use another sheet of parchment to press without sticking.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set (longer for cleaner cuts). Optionally drizzle with melted dark chocolate before or after chilling.
- Lift from the pan using the parchment, slice into 9 squares, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
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