Spiced Crispy Squares
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Serves: 16
 
A spiced, naturally sweetened, take on traditional rice crispy squares that are perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup smooth natural peanut butter (make sure it is well stirred, and not dried out)
  • ½ cup natural honey (creamed or liquid is fine)
  • ¼ cup coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup Adapt (if not using, then instead add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ½ teaspoon each of ground cardamom, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg, + ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice or ground cloves)
  • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt (omit if peanut butter is salted)
  • 3 cups whole grain crisped rice cereal (like crispy rice)
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine everything except the rice cereal and heat gently on low heat, stirring until completely combined.
  2. Place the cereal in a large mixing bowl, then pour the peanut butter mixture over top.
  3. Using a spatula, mix thoroughly for a few minutes until all the cereal is completely coated.
  4. Line a 9 X 11 or 8 X 8 baking dish with parchment paper, then pour the cereal mixture into the pan. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly. Let set in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
  5. Remove from the pan by lifting the whole batch out with the parchment paper edges. Then cut into small squares and enjoy. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Recipe by Insightful Bite at https://www.insightfulbite.com/spiced-crispy-squares/