180g almond butter
Healthy Crispy Rice Bars
180ml brown rice syrup
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
150g puffed rice (or crispy rice cereal)
20cm square baking tin lined with parchment paper
Makes 12-16
These are another favourite of mine, but they are always made with sugary cereal and lots of butter and marshmallow. I wanted to come up with a much healthier alternative, not only for my kids to enjoy but for me, too. The result was so satisfying that I recommend taking a little square with you on the go for when you need a sweet pick-me-up.
Heat a large saucepan over a low heat and add the almond butter, brown rice syrup and vanilla extract. Stir well until thoroughly combined, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the crispy rice until well coated and mixed.
Transfer the coated crispy rice to the prepared tin and press down to distribute evenly. Leave to set in the fridge for 10 minutes, then slice into squares or bars.
BROWN RICE SYRUP DOES RAISE YOUR BLOOD SUGAR, BUT IT DOESN'T MAKE YOU CRASH LIKE REFINED SUGAR DOES BECAUSE IT'S A COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATE.