Description
Crispy and satisfying dark chocolate sea salt rice cakes are the perfect guilt-free treat. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they’re a quick and delicious snack or dessert that will satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
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4 plain rice cakes
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100g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
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1 teaspoon coconut oil
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Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Chocolate: Break the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heat-safe bowl. Add coconut oil.
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Melt the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate and coconut oil using either a double boiler method or in the microwave.
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Double Boiler: Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
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Microwave: Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
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Coat the Rice Cakes: Place a rice cake on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a spoon or spatula to evenly spread the melted chocolate over the top of the rice cake.
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Sprinkle with Sea Salt: Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the melted chocolate, to taste.
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Set the Chocolate: Allow the chocolate to set completely. You can speed up the process by placing the rice cakes in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
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Serve: Once the chocolate is set, enjoy your dark chocolate sea salt rice cakes!
Notes
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Variations:
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Add Nuts/Seeds: Sprinkle chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans) or seeds (sesame, chia) over the melted chocolate for added texture and nutrients.
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Peanut Butter Drizzle: Drizzle melted peanut butter over the chocolate before it sets.
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White Chocolate: Use melted white chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
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Spice it Up: Add a pinch of chili powder to the melted chocolate for a spicy kick.
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Tips for Preparation/Serving:
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Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
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Make sure the rice cakes are fresh and crispy.
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Store the rice cakes in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their crispness.
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Remarks for Intolerances/Allergies:
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Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free (ensure your chocolate is gluten-free).
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Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free chocolate to make this recipe dairy-free.
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Nut-Free: Omit nuts and seeds for a nut-free version.
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Adjustment Tips for Taste Preferences:
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For a sweeter flavor, use milk chocolate or add a touch of honey to the melted dark chocolate.
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Adjust the amount of sea salt to your preference.
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Use a different percentage of cacao in the chocolate for a more or less intense chocolate flavor.
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- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT5M
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Melting, Spreading, Refrigeration (optional)
- Cuisine: Fusion, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 175 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.