What's a vegan college student to do when a craving for sweet, tasty squares of Rice Krispies hits?Unfortunately, marshmallows contain gelatin, a protein obtained by boiling skin, tendons, ligaments, and/or bones with water. These vegan Rice Krispie treats omit marshmallow and use dates and peanut butter for a sticky sweet treat that does not contain refined sugars, and will please both vegans and non-vegans alike. Bonus: These guys are also gluten-free, for your gluten-free friends.
Healthy Vegan Rice Krispie Treats
- Prep Time:1 hr
- Cook Time:0
- Total Time:1 hr
- Servings:4
- Easy
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 3/4 cup peanut butter or other nut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups rice puffs
- pinch salt
- water as needed
Ingredients
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Step 1
Add dates, nut butter, vanilla and salt into a blender or food processor.
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Step 2
Use the blender to mix.
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Step 3
Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds to soften.
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Step 4
Blend the warmed mixture until a sticky, thick paste is formed, stirring as needed. Add water in very small increments, only if needed.
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Step 5
Transfer mixture to a bowl, adding the rice puffs.
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Step 6
Mix with your hands until the puffs are coated.
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Step 7
Press firmly into a baking dish.
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Step 8
Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
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Step 9
Slice and enjoy. These are best refrigerated.
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The next time a craving for these childhood favorites hit, make a healthier, gluten-free, vegan version using this recipe. Substitute the gelatin for dates and peanut butter for an alternative that doesn't sacrifice taste.