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Healthy Vegan Rice Crispy Treats

Adapted from one of my all-time favorite sweet treats, Dreena Burton's Healthy Rice Krispie Squares, these irresistible vegan rice crispy treats will be an instant family favorite!  They travel well, are a great option when you need something quick for a party or potluck, and are always a hit with vegans and non-vegans, alike. Gluten-free and oil-free with a nut-free option.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Servings: 32 squares
Calories: 110 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural salted peanut butter or sunflower seed butter (for nut-free) If using unsalted, add a rounded ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt.
  • 1 cup brown rice syrup
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 7 to 7 ½ cups crispy brown rice cereal See brand recommendations in post above.

Instructions

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  1. Line a 9x13 rectangular dish or two 8x8 baking pans with parchment paper. Allow paper to overhang the edges for easy removal.
  2. In a large soup or stock pot combine the nut/seed butter, brown rice syrup, and vanilla. Stirring frequently, cook over medium-low heat until warm and smooth, about 2 or 3 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, and stir in 7 cups of the cereal. Continue mixing until the cereal is fully incorporated. If the mixture seems too wet and sticky, add another ½ cup cereal.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the lined pan(s) and press down evenly. A flat object like a spatula makes this easy. Use a small piece of parchment paper underneath the spatula to prevent sticking.
  5. Refrigerate the rice krispies uncovered until firm and cool, about 30 minutes. Then lift out onto a cutting board, and cut into squares. Serve now or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • Ingredient Notes
  • Make sure you buy crispy rice cereal not puffed rice.
  • If using unsalted nut/seed butter add a heaping ¼ teaspoon of salt to the wet mixture.
  • Batch Size
  • To make these in an 8x8 pan simply divide the ingredient amounts in half. If you're making these for a party or for a household of more than 1 or 2 people, I highly recommend making the full batch!
  • Storage and Freezing
  • Store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Store the treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1treat Calories 110kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 61mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32squares

Amount Per Serving

Calories 110

% Daily Value*

Serving 1treat
Calories 110kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 61mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.