No-Bake Rice Cake Crunch Bars | Refined Sugar-Free
Annie, Healthy Food by Annie
These Healthy Rice Cake Crunch Bars are the perfect combination of crunchy, creamy, and just the right amount of sweetness. With a beautiful swirl of chocolate and peanut butter on top, they’re a delicious, visually stunning snack you’ll love to enjoy with your coffee!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cooling Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Healthy Snacks & Treats
Cuisine Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar Free, Vegan Option
Servings 14 Bars
Calories 194 kcal
- 5 rice cakes, crushed
- ⅓ cup natural creamy peanut butter (85g)
- ¼ cup honey (60g) or maple syrup for a vegan version
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds (45g)
- ⅓ cup sesame seeds (45g)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Topping:
- ½ cup cocoa powder (40g)
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil (80g)
- 3-4 tablespoon peanut butter for swirling
- 1 teaspoon honey for swirling
Prepare the baking dish:Line a 15 cm x 22 cm (6 x 9 inch) dish with parchment paper Mix peanut butter and honey:In a large bowl, add the peanut butter and honey. Warm in the microwave for about 20 seconds, then mix well until fully combined Crush and add rice cakes:Crush the brown rice cakes into small pieces and add them to the bowl with the peanut butter mixture. Add seeds and cinnamon:Add the pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and cinnamon. Stir until everything is well combined. Press the mixture into the dish:Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish, creating an even layer. Make the chocolate layer:In a small bowl, melt the coconut oil in the microwave. Add the cocoa powder and stir until smooth. Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the rice cake layer. Create the peanut butter swirl:Mix the peanut butter and honey for swirling. Drizzle over the chocolate layer, then use a knife, skewer, or toothpick to gently swirl the mixture into the chocolate for a marbled effect. Set in the fridge:Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until fully set. Slice and serve:Once set, slice into 14 bars or your desired size.
Enjoy!These bars are perfect as a quick snack or coffee companion.
Recipe Note:
- If the mixture feels too thick, add an extra spoonful of melted coconut oil to loosen it up.
- Keep bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup
Notes:
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Most of the saturated fat comes from coconut oil.
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Good source of fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein.