Hippy Bars {Healthy Rice Crispy Treats}
Healthy and Delicious Halloween Treat: Hippy Bars
Looking for a fun, healthy treat that’s perfect for Halloween? These Hippy Bars from Plant Over Processed are a delightful, easy-to-make snack that both kids and adults will love. Not only are they a great alternative to traditional sugary Halloween treats, but they also pack a nutritious punch with a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids from hemp seeds.
For a festive twist, try adding dried cranberries, crushed peanuts, or shredded coconut to the top layer of melted chocolate. You could also shape them into balls dipped in chocolate for the kids - perfect for Halloween parties or trick-or-treating!
Hippy Bars Recipe
{Makes 2 medium-sized bars. Adjust the recipe for more servings}
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup + 2 tsps peanut butter
- 2 tsps maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsps hemp hearts (hulled hemp seeds)
- 1/2 cup brown rice cereal
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (we like Hu gems)
Directions:
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In a large bowl, mix 2/3 of the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla with a wooden spoon until smooth. Stir in hemp hearts and crispy rice cereal.
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Line an 8-inch brownie pan with parchment paper and pat the mixture into the pan. (If making a small amount, it’s okay if the mixture doesn’t spread to the edges.)
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Combine the chocolate chips and the remaining 1/3 peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave for another 30 seconds if needed. Stir until fully melted.
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Spread the chocolate–peanut butter mixture evenly over the hemp and crispy rice base and freeze for 30 minutes.
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Remove, cut into 2-inch squares, and store in an airtight container in the freezer.
These bars are a healthier alternative to traditional Halloween candy, but still deliver that sweet, indulgent flavor everyone craves. Whether you're making them for a party or a treat for the family, these Hippy Bars will be a hit!
