Strawberry Lemon Rice Crispies bring bright lemon and sweet strawberry flavors to a classic rice crispie - perfectly pink for Valentines or any day!
recipe originally published February 5, 2013
My strawberry lemon rice crispies are dessert number two in my Vegan Valentines series, and they are one of my favorite recipes for rice crispy treats. Bright lemon flavor and sweet strawberries throughout - a unique flavor for a crispy treat - a good one.
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Strawberry Lemon Rice Crispies
These pink treats bring bright lemon and sweet strawberry flavors to a classic rice crispie - perfectly pink for Valentines or any day!
Ingredients
- 1 (1.2 ounce) package freeze dried strawberry pieces, divided
- 2 tablespoons dairy free butter or coconut oil
- 10 ounces vegan marshmallows
- juice and zest of 1 fresh lemon
- 5 cups rice crisp cereal
Instructions
- Divide the package of freeze dried strawberries in half. Set half aside, and process the other half into powder using a blender, food processor, or a bag and rolling pin.
- Melt butter / coconut oil in saucepan. Add marshmallows. Stir over medium heat until melted.
- Add strawberry powder, lemon juice and zest.
- Remove from heat.
- Add rice puffs and the remaining strawberry pieces. Stir until combined.
- Press into baking dish. A 9×9 square makes tall rice crispies.
- Allow to set before slicing, at least 30 minutes.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 166Total Fat: 11gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 12gProtein: 2g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says
I'm sorry to hear about your father, and I hope it all works out ok. I'll be sending happy, hopeful, healing thoughts your way.
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you so much, Meghan - you don't know how much I appreciate that.
Caitlin says
Sending love and prayers!
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you 🙂
Jillian says
Oh love. Hugs to you and your family.
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you, friend.
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says
We all have you and your family in our thoughts Kristina! I wish you didn´t have to go through this. May tomorrow be a good day, we´ll be thinking of you.
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you so much, Paula - I appreciate it more than you know.
Purelymichelle says
yummy!!! and love the color too
Kristina Sloggett says
thanks! fun, right? you could make these with your marshmallows! 😀
Nicole (MyLoveForCooking) says
This is the first I have ever seen your lovely page. First I want to send love and strength to you and your family at this time. My own father battled Cancer as well so I know a lot of how you must feel. It seems you have a wealth of beautiful support here and I am glad to join them. Last but certainly not least this looks beautiful and sounds amazing. I look forward to checking out more of your work. 🙂
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you so much, Nicole - I appreciate that. so happy you found me, please keep in touch if you try anything or have requests! 🙂
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
I love that you used beet juice for the color here! What a great idea! Love it!
Kristina Sloggett says
beet juice works really well - I've made things even darker pink before, so fun!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
My friend, I am so incredibly sorry about all of this. My heart goes out to both of you since I know it's not easy either way. I just want to give you a big hug. I'm hear if you need me! Love you lady!
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you, Sarena - for your support and for always listening - it means more than you know.
jobo says
I'll be thinking of you and your dad and family on Thursday and pray everything goes smoothly. I hope it gets rid of the cancer for good. ((hugs)) (and this recipe looks divine!)
Kristina Sloggett says
that is what we are all hoping - thank you SO much, my friend XO
lili says
OMg.... hope ur dad will be ok.. im so sorry.. prayers and wishes of good luck to your family
Kristina Sloggett says
thank you SO much.