Low Fat Caramel Rice Cake
Indulge in the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness with this Low Fat Caramel Rice Cake recipe—a delightful, guilt-free treat that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying! Featuring golden, homemade caramel made with just a handful of simple ingredients—like low-fat margarine, a hint of vanilla, and a pinch of salt—this recipe transforms plain rice cakes into a decadent, yet light snack perfect for any time of day. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and wholesome sweet fix is ideal for those looking for a lower-calorie dessert option without compromising on flavor. Whether you’re serving it as an afternoon pick-me-up or a post-dinner treat, these irresistible caramel-drizzled rice cakes are guaranteed to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces plain rice cakes
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 tablespoon margarine (low-fat)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Place the rice cakes on a flat working surface or a large tray, ready to be topped with caramel.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir gently just to moisten the sugar.
Allow the sugar to dissolve and the mixture to come to a simmer, without stirring. This should take around 3-4 minutes.
Once the mixture begins to change to a golden color, gently swirl the saucepan to ensure even caramelization.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully add the vanilla extract, margarine, and a pinch of salt, stirring gently until everything is well combined.
Let the caramel sit for about 1 minute to thicken slightly.
Using a spoon, quickly drizzle the hot caramel over each rice cake, spreading it lightly to cover the top without soaking the cake.
Allow the caramel to cool and set for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your low-fat caramel rice cakes as a crunchy and sweet treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% | |
*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.
