Crispy Rice Treats

This is a slightly modified version of Healthy Appetite with Ellie Kreiger's Crispy Rice Treats from the Food Network.

Crispy Rice Treats
Yields: 15 squares
dairy-free, egg-free, oil-free, soy-free
 

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Honey
• 1/2 Almond Butter
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 - 5oz bag of Craisins (flavor of choice)
• 6 cups Whole Grain Brown Rice Krispies

Directions:

1. Prep 9 X 13 Pan: Spray with cooking spray & wipe with paper towel to minimize oil
2. Over medium-low heat, melt together, Honey & Almond Butter, then stir in Salt
3. Add Craisins & Rice and stir to coat
4. Press down into pan & chill in refrigerator until set (about 30 minutes)
5. Cut & Enjoy!

My 2 Cents: I recall making rice krispy treats as a kid and they were a bitch!  Getting the rice krispies coated and combined before the marshmallow set-up was a real pain in the ass and forget clean-up!  These are much, much easier to make, healthier for you and clean-up is a breeze!  Consider these for your next party!


What I Modified:

1. I used Almond Butter instead of Peanut Butter, because I have a peanut allergy.
2. I added Salt for flavoring.
3. I used a full bag of Craisins instead of dried cherries, no need to chop.
4. I only use oil if I absolutely have to and when I do, I try to use as little as possible, hence the wiping of the pan with the paper towel.  Oil is nothing but concentrated fat and calories - you don't need it!