Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Rice Cake
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
Crispy, satisfying gluten-free rice cakes are transformed into a delightful treat with creamy peanut butter and a hint of sweetness. This quick snack offers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and rich, nutty flavor.
At a glance: This medium snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 20 minutes (5 min prep, 15 min cook). It uses 5 ingredients — including plain rice cakes, creamy peanut butter, honey or maple syrup — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Rice Cake: When preparing this snacks recipe, exercise caution with all packaged ingredients, especially rice cakes and peanut butter, to ensure they are certified gluten-free and have not been processed in facilities with a risk of gluten cross-contamination In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Rice Cake: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on certified gluten-free rice cakes and peanut butter. It avoids all gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 4 large plain rice cakes (certified gluten-free)
- 4 tbsp creamy peanut butter (certified gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp chia seeds or hemp seeds (optional)
- pinch sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Gather your ingredients, ensuring all packaged items like rice cakes and peanut butter are certified gluten-free. Have your toppings ready for assembly.
- 2
Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of creamy peanut butter evenly over the surface of each plain rice cake. Ensure the peanut butter covers the cake from edge to edge for maximum flavor in every bite.
- 3
Drizzle about 1/2 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup over the peanut butter on each rice cake. This adds a touch of sweetness that complements the nutty flavor beautifully.
- 4
If using, sprinkle chia seeds or hemp seeds over the drizzled sweetener for added texture and nutrients. A tiny pinch of sea salt can also enhance the overall flavor profile, about 1 minute.
- 5
Serve these delightful peanut butter rice cakes immediately for the best crispy texture. They are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, though the rice cakes may soften slightly.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- Let cooked rice rest, covered and off the heat, for 5–10 minutes for fluffier grains.
- Honey is sweeter than sugar — if substituting, use 3/4 cup honey per 1 cup sugar and reduce liquid by 1/4 cup.
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