Rice Cake with Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cup Recipe
This simple and delicious Rice Cake with Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cups recipe is a quick, satisfying snack combining the crunch of a rice cake, the creamy richness of peanut butter, and the indulgent touch of semi-sweet chocolate topped with a pinch of sea salt for a perfect flavor balance. Ideal for a quick energy boost or a healthier treat option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (includes chocolate melting and setting time)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 rice cake cup 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Base
- 1 single rice cake
Toppings
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (or butter of choice)
- 1 pinch sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Spread Peanut Butter: Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter over the surface of the rice cake, adjusting the quantity to your taste preference.
- Melt Chocolate Chips: Melt ¼ cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips using a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring frequently until smooth and fully melted.
- Apply Melted Chocolate: Take a spoonful of the melted chocolate and gently spread it over the peanut butter-covered rice cake to create a smooth chocolate layer.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top of the chocolate layer to enhance the flavors and add a subtle salty crunch.
- Freeze to Set: Place the prepared rice cake(s) in the freezer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the chocolate to solidify firmly.
- Store Properly: If not consuming immediately, transfer the set rice cakes to the refrigerator to maintain freshness until ready to eat.
Notes
- You can make multiple rice cakes at a time using the same method for meal prep or snack on-the-go.
- Feel free to substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or any chocolate variety of your choice.
- Adjust peanut butter quantity to taste or use alternatives like almond butter for a different flavor profile.
- Sea salt enhances the chocolate’s sweetness; do not skip for best flavor balance.
- Store leftover rice cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
Keywords: rice cake, peanut butter, chocolate cup, healthy snack, easy snack, quick treat, semi-sweet chocolate, sea salt
