Lemon Rice Crispies (small batch, Gluten-Free)

Small Batch Lemon Rice Crispies (Healthy, Gluten-Free)

Bright, crisp, and lightly sweet, these lemon rice crispies are the perfect small-batch treat for when you’re craving something refreshing but still wholesome. Made with gluten-free brown rice cereal, coconut OR cashew butter (for neutral flavor), gelatin or agar agar, and real lemon zest, they’re naturally sweetened with maple syrup and finished with a dreamy white chocolate topping (if you like a little extra!). No marshmallows or refined sugar needed—just clean ingredients and major springtime vibes.

Lemon rice crispies (small batch)

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Servings 4

Ingredients

  

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Base:

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free brown rice crispies
• 1/2 tbsp agar agar powder or grass fed gelatin , (helps hold things together well!)
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup coconut butter or cashew butter
• 1 tbsp refined coconut oil
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 C raw cane or coconut sugar, (optional for added sweetness)

Topping (optional but highly recommended):

• ½ cup white chocolate chips or chopped dairy free white chocolate
• 1 tsp coconut oil, refined
• Extra lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

 

• Line a small (4-5 inch) square pan or loaf pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
• In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together the maple syrup, coconut or cashew butter, and refined coconut oil until fully melted and smooth.
• Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
• In a medium bowl, or in the saucepan, combine the brown rice crispies with the lemony coconut mixture. Stir gently until fully coated.
• Press mixture evenly and firmly into the prepared pan.
• For the topping, melt white chocolate with coconut oil, then spread over the bars. Finish with a sprinkle of lemon zest.
• Chill in the fridge for 30–45 minutes or until firm. Slice and enjoy!

Author: Ali Jenkins

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