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Peanut Butter Rice Cake

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Take the guesswork out of your new favorite vegan dessert with this viral Tik Tok Peanut Butter Rice Cake recipe. It’s perfectly crunchy and full of peanut butter and chocolatey goodness.

Photo of a hand picking up a broken Peanut Butter Rice Cake, ready to enjoy.

There are a lot of TikTok trends going around that I cannot participate in, but I felt as though this Viral Tik Tok Peanut Butter Rice Cake was one worth checking out!

Sometimes you want a treat, but you want it to still be healthy. This dessert is made with 6 ingredients and it’s one of my all-time favorite desserts. If I were talking to you in person, I’d say grab these ingredients and run to your kitchen to make it! 

This rice cake with peanut butter is the perfect amount of crunch. With each bite you take, you get a full flavor attack of chocolate, peanut butter, and rice cake.

Just wait until you make this and try it, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about.

Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Rice Cake Recipe

  • It’s an easy, no-bake recipe that only requires a few simple ingredients.
  • This peanut butter cup is made with healthy ingredients like rice cakes, peanut butter, and dark chocolate.
  • It’s a fun and festive treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
  • This peanut butter cup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!
  • It’s a great way to use up leftover rice cakes.
Photo of a hand holding a peanut butter rice cake, looking delicious.

Ingredients and Substitutions

When it comes to this Viral Tik Tok Peanut Butter Rice Cakes recipe, there are a few simple ingredients to use! I’ll walk you through what you need to make this recipe.

Rice Cakes: You can use any type of rice cake for this recipe. I used regular rice cakes, but you could also use brown rice cakes.

Nut Butter Of Choice –  You can use almond butter, cashew butter, or peanut butter for this recipe!

Dark Chocolate Chips: You can use any type of dark chocolate chips for this recipe. I used 70% dark chocolate, but you could also use 60% or 80% dark chocolate.

White Chocolate Chips –  You could also use dark chocolate chips or vegan white chocolate chips from Enjoy Life. 

Coconut Oil –  This helps the chocolate chips melt smoothly, plus when it’s refrigerated, it hardens! This creates a chocolate shell on top. 

Flaky Sea Salt – You don’t want to miss out on adding this flaky sea salt to top the peanut butter cup.

Collage of photos to make Peanut Butter Rice Cakes.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Healthy Rice Cake Snacks

Full ingredient amounts and in-depth details are at the bottom of the post on a printable recipe card.

Step 1: Place the chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl along with ¼ teaspoon of coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals until melted. Repeat with the white chocolate chips.

Step 2: Spread the nut butter onto the rice cake then top with the melted dark chocolate. 

Step 3: Place in the freezer for 5 minutes until the chocolate is set then drizzle with the melted white chocolate.

Step 4: Sprinkle with sea salt then freeze for 10 minutes. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips And Tricks For Making Peanut Butter Rice Cakes

Good Quality Nut Butter Needed

Be sure to use good quality nut butter for the filling. Use what you like and what you have, you won’t regret it.

Add Extra Vanilla Flavor

If you want to add some extra flavor to the rice cakes, try adding a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract to the nut butter. 

Extra Special Option

For an extra special treat, top the rice cakes with a dollop of vegan-friendly whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped nuts before serving.

FAQ

YES! You can use any type of rice cake for this recipe. Just be sure to adjust the amount of peanut butter and chocolate accordingly.

These rice cake peanut butter cups can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

YES! These rice cake peanut butter cups can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just be sure to thaw them in the refrigerator before enjoying them.

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Yay! You have made it this far, and I am so glad! Hey – If you make this recipe, I’d love for you to give it a quick review & star rating ★ below.

Peanut Butter Rice Cakes

Closeup photo of a peanut butter rice cake, cut in half, and ready to eat.
Take the guesswork out of your new favorite vegan dessert with this viral Tik Tok Peanut Butter Rice Cake recipe. It's perfectly crunchy and full of peanut butter and chocolatey goodness.
Louisa
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 rice cake
  • 2 tablespoons nut butter of choice
  • 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips dairy-free if vegan
  • 1 tablespoon white chocolate chips dairy-free if vegan
  • ½ teaspoon coconut oil divided
  • flakey sea salt for topping

Instructions

  • Place the chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl along with ¼ teaspoon of the coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals until melted. Repeat with the white chocolate chips.
  • Spread the nut butter onto the rice cake then top with the melted dark chocolate.
    Photo of a rice cake, topped with peanut butter, with creamy dark chocolate being poured on top.
  • Place in the freezer for 5 minutes until the chocolate is set then drizzle with the melted white chocolate.
    Photo of a peanut butter rice cake, after it has been in the freezer until firm, ready to eat.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt then freeze for 10 minutes. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Good Quality Nut Butter Needed

Be sure to use good quality nut butter for the filling. Use what you like and what you have, you won’t regret it.

Add Extra Vanilla Flavor

If you want to add some extra flavor to the rice cakes, try adding a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract to the nut butter. 

Extra Special Option

For an extra special treat, top the rice cakes with a dollop of vegan-friendly whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped nuts before serving.

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  1. 5 stars
    I just made the Peanut Butter Rice Cake recipe and it’s absolutely delicious! It’s a perfect blend of simple and satisfying, and the additional toppings make it so customizable. Quick, easy, and tasty – this is going to be a regular snack in my routine!

    1. Thank you for sharing your experience, April! We’re delighted to hear that you found the Peanut Butter Rice Cake recipe absolutely delicious. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the perfect blend of simplicity and satisfaction, and appreciated the customizable aspect with additional toppings. We’re glad that its quick, easy, and tasty nature has earned it a spot as a regular snack in your routine. Your positive feedback is incredibly valuable to us and to others in our community who might be looking for tasty and convenient snack options.

      Warm regards,
      The HFHL Team