How do I prevent clumps when adding matcha powder?

Sift the matcha powder into the saucepan mixture to ensure it combines smoothly and avoids any clumps in your treats.

What type of rice cereal is best for these treats?

It's important to use brown rice crisp cereal, specifically not puffed rice, to achieve the desired crispy texture for this recipe.

How can I ensure the treats set firmly?

After spreading the mixture in the dish, press down very firmly with a spatula, then chill in the freezer both before and after adding the chocolate topping.

What's the recommended method for melting the chocolate topping?

Melt the chocolate chips and cashew butter using a double-boiler, or a small bowl set over a small saucepan with an inch of boiling water, stirring until smooth.

Can these matcha crispy treats be made ahead of time?

Yes, these treats are designed to be chilled in the freezer, making them an excellent make-ahead dessert that can be stored until ready to serve.

7 years ago

Matcha Crispy Rice Treats
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

CR By: Charlie Rioux

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The earthiness and slight bitterness of matcha gives flavor (and color!), but is cut down by the other ingredients. If you don’t like straight matcha but like it in lattes, you will definitely love these treats. The cashew butter also gives a subtle nutty flavor that complements the matcha really... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Matcha Crispy Rice Treats [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Treats:

4 cups brown rice crisp cereal (not puffed rice!)
1/2 cup brown rice syrup
1/3 cup smooth cashew butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 teaspoons matcha powder

For the Chocolate Topping:

1/3 cup chocolate chips
1 tablespoon cashew butter

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How to Prepare Matcha Crispy Rice Treats [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper (one in each direction, with a few inches of overhang off the sides). Put rice cereal in a large bowl.
Add brown rice syrup and cashew butter to a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir with a spatula until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. Sift in the matcha powder (sifting avoids clumps). Stir with the spatula until well combined.
Pour the mixture on the rice cereal and stir until thoroughly combined and all the cereal is coated.
Transfer the mixture to your prepared dish and spread evenly. Press down very firmly using your spatula. Put in the freezer while you prepare the chocolate topping.
To prepare the chocolate topping, add chocolate chips and cashew butter to a double-boiler (or use a small bowl over a small saucepan with an inch of boiling water). Heat, stirring with a spatula until melted and well combined. Remove the dish from the freezer and spread the chocolate mixture on top. Put back in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Lift from the dish using parchment paper. Slice into squares.

Notes

- Brown rice syrup is very thick and sticky, acting as the binding agent in this recipe. Therefore, I don't recommend substituting with a different liquid sweetener. - Bars hold their shape at room temperature, but you can keep them in the fridge for at least a week. - Skip the matcha and chocolate topping for plain vegan rice crispy treats!