My toddler recently decided that he loves rice cakes. So I’ve been keeping them stocked for him, and have even snacked on a few myself. However, rice cakes are pretty boring… so I wanted to think of a way to dress ’em up a bit! I thought back to my 4-ingredient healthy snickers and my smashed date with peanut butter, and came up with the idea for these 4-ingredient healthy snickers rice cakes. I gave one a try last week and immediately knew you guys would LOVE them too! So I got to work on writing up the recipe and sharing it with you all. 🙂
Why You’ll Love These Healthy Snickers Rice Cakes
- They taste just like a Snickers bar – but are made with real, wholesome ingredients.
- Completely no-bake and ready in minutes!
- Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free.
- Perfect for a quick afternoon pick-me-up or post-dinner dessert!
What Makes This Recipe Healthy
These healthy snickers rice cakes skip the processed ingredients and refined sugars found in traditional candy bars. Medjool dates provide natural caramel-like sweetness and fiber. Peanut butter adds healthy fats and protein to keep you satisfied. And using dairy-free chocolate chips keeps the recipe vegan and allergy-friendly. Plus, the rice cakes offer a crunchy base with fewer calories than most traditional desserts.
Sam’s Recipe Tips
- Use fresh, soft Medjool dates for the best caramel-like texture. If your dates are a bit dry, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes first.
- Choose natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oil for a cleaner treat.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle crushed peanuts or sea salt on top before the chocolate sets.
Storage
Store your snickers rice cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them for longer storage—just let them thaw at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before eating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use almond butter instead of peanut butter?
Yes! Almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter will work well in this recipe.
Can I make these nut-free?
Swap the peanut butter for sunflower seed butter and ensure your chocolate is allergy-safe.
What type of chocolate should I use?
Use dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate bars for a rich, clean flavor.
4-Ingredient Healthy Snickers Rice Cakes
Ingredients
- 6 rice cakes
- 12 medjool dates
- 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 1 cup melted chocolate chips
Instructions
- Open up each date, remove the pit, then gently open up the date and press the inside half of the date onto the rice cake.Repeat this with one more date for a total of two dates pressed into each rice cake.
- Then, spread a thin layer of peanut butter onto each rice cake (on top of the pressed dates).
- Arrange all rice cakes on a baking sheet and pour/drizzle chocolate over each rice cake to seal in the dates and peanut butter.
- Transfer the rice cakes to the fridge to harden for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy right away or store in the fridge for later!
