Dairy-Free Homemade Cocoa Crispies
Indulge in the rich and crunchy goodness of Dairy-Free Homemade Cocoa Crispies, a wholesome twist on a childhood favorite! This quick and easy recipe swaps out dairy for nutrient-packed ingredients like coconut oil and maple syrup, delivering a luscious chocolate flavor with a hint of natural sweetness. Puffed rice cereal and rolled oats combine for the perfect crunch, while optional chia seeds add a boost of fiber and omega-3s. With just 20 minutes from prep to perfection, these crispies bake into golden clusters that are versatile enough to enjoy as a plant-based breakfast cereal or as a satisfying snack. Perfect for those seeking dairy-free, vegan-friendly treats that don’t skimp on taste or texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled Oats
- 0.25 cup Coconut Oil
- 0.25 cup Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 3 cups Puffed Rice Cereal
- 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the coconut oil over low heat. Once melted, add the maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
Remove the saucepan from heat, and add the rolled oats to the cocoa mixture. Stir to ensure the oats are fully coated with the chocolate mixture.
Add the puffed rice cereal and chia seeds (if using) to the saucepan. Gently fold the cereal into the cocoa oat mixture until evenly combined, taking care not to crush the puffed rice too much.
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet, allowing the mixture to crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, break the cocoa crispies into clusters and store in an airtight container. Enjoy as a dairy-free breakfast cereal with your favorite plant-based milk or as a snack straight from the jar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.1 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.5 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*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.
