Description
These Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for a quick snack or sweet treat. Made with melted coconut oil, cacao powder, maple syrup, and Rice Krispies, these treats are a healthier twist on the classic recipe. They’re quick to prepare and require no baking, making them a perfect no-fuss dessert.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3/4 cup cacao powder or cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 1/2 cups Rice Krispies
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, add the melted coconut oil and cacao powder (or cocoa powder).
- Whisk until smooth.
- Add the maple syrup and whisk until well combined.
- Add Rice Krispies:
- Add the Rice Krispies to the bowl.
- Using a spatula, stir until everything is thoroughly mixed.
- Shape Treats:
- Using a small trigger scoop, divide the mixture evenly between 24 openings of a muffin tin.
- Gently press the mixture into each opening using the back of the scoop to pack it in.
- Freeze:
- Freeze for 30-60 minutes.
- Serve:
- Enjoy the treats straight from the freezer.
Notes
- Freeze: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- These treats are best enjoyed frozen. They tend to melt quickly if stored in the refrigerator.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use cacao powder.
- You can use other sweeteners, such as honey or agave syrup, in place of maple syrup.
- For a nuttier flavor, add a tablespoon of peanut butter to the melted coconut oil.
- For a peppermint flavor add some peppermint extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat
- Calories: 80kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
