Description
Delightful and quick-to-make Strawberry Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Cakes, combining the crunch of lightly salted rice cakes with sweet strawberry chia jam, creamy peanut butter, and a rich layer of melted chocolate. Finished with an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty balance, this no-bake snack is ideal for a light dessert or an energizing treat.
Ingredients
Rice Cakes Base
- 6 rice cakes (lightly salted preferred)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup strawberry chia jam
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (any nut butter can be used)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted
- Optional: flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals at full power. Stir well between intervals and continue heating only as needed until the chocolate is fully melted. Set it aside to slightly cool but remain pourable.
- Apply Strawberry Jam: Spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of strawberry chia jam or alternatively fresh sliced strawberries evenly over each rice cake to add a fruity layer.
- Prepare and Spread Peanut Butter: Warm the peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 10-15 seconds to soften it, making it easier to spread. Then apply 1 to 2 tablespoons evenly over the strawberry jam layer on each rice cake.
- Top with Melted Chocolate: Evenly divide the melted chocolate atop each peanut butter-covered rice cake, gently spreading it to cover the surface completely.
- Add Flaky Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate layer to enhance flavor complexity (optional).
- Set the Toppings: Arrange the prepared rice cakes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for about 45 minutes or freeze for approximately 10 minutes until the chocolate topping sets firmly.
Notes
- Use lightly salted rice cakes to balance the sweetness of toppings.
- Peanut butter can be substituted with any preferred nut or seed butter.
- Melting chocolate in short intervals prevents burning and ensures smooth texture.
- Refrigerating or freezing helps the chocolate harden quickly for easier handling and eating.
- Flaky sea salt is optional but recommended for a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American