Low Sodium Chocolate Rice Cake

Indulge guilt-free with these Low Sodium Chocolate Rice Cakes, the perfect fusion of crispy texture and rich, chocolatey goodness. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple low-sodium rice cakes into a decadent yet heart-friendly treat, topped with a luscious homemade cocoa mixture and a drizzle of melted dark chocolate. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with unsweetened almond milk and a hint of vanilla, these treats are light, low in sodium, and satisfyingly delicious. A sprinkle of chia seeds adds a subtle crunch and nutritional boost, making this recipe as wholesome as it is indulgent. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort, these chocolate rice cakes are perfect for a quick snack, dessert, or party offering. Refrigerate them to set, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing treat that’s naturally irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa butter or low sodium cooking oil
• 6 pieces Rice cakes (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Chia seeds
• 3 tablespoons Almond milk (unsweetened)
• 50 grams Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa, melted, low sodium)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, cocoa butter (or low sodium cooking oil), and maple syrup.

Step 2

Stir the ingredients until well combined. Adjust sweetness if needed, but remember to keep low sodium ingredients in use.

Step 3

Add in the pure vanilla extract and chia seeds, stirring the mixture once more.

Step 4

Gradually add the almond milk to the cocoa mixture, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Place the rice cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Spoon the chocolate mixture evenly over the top of each rice cake, spreading it to the edges using the back of the spoon.

Step 7

Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler until smooth.

Step 8

Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the coated rice cakes.

Step 9

Chill the rice cakes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate sets and becomes firm.

Step 10

Serve as a delightful low sodium chocolate treat and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(203.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	774.2

Total Fat 42.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 45.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 12.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18.8IU	0%
Calcium 198.2mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 655.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 45.5%