Superfood Vegan Rice Krispie Treats
Delicious and nutritious vegan rice krispie treats packed with superfoods and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Base ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (can sub with almond, cashew, or nut butter)
- 1/2 cup brown rice syrup (can sub with agave or coconut nectar)
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Cereal and toppings
- 2 cups gluten-free puffed brown rice cereal
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, pepitas
- 1/4 cup quinoa, uncooked
Instructions
- Add peanut butter, brown rice syrup, vanilla, and salt to a saucepan over low heat. Stir until melted.
- Rinse quinoa and toast in a skillet over medium-low heat until puffy and slightly toasted, about 5-6 minutes.
- Mix puffed rice, toasted quinoa, coconut flakes, and pumpkin seeds in a bowl.
- Pour the nut butter mixture over the cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into a lined baking dish and refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
Notes
Press firmly for a firmer treat and refrigerate to set properly.