Healthy Puffed Rice Chocolate Cookies
Make 3 Flavors of Diet-Friendly Puffed Rice Digestive Chocolate Cookies
Enjoy these healthy digestive chocolate cookies made with puffed rice instead of traditional biscuits. They are coated with rich dark chocolate and filled with your favorite jams. A guilt-free treat perfect for a diet! Includes peanut butter, Nutella, and orange marmalade variations.
Base Ingredients- 1 bag Puffed Rice Cakes (preferably large and flat)
- 80g Dark Chocolate (baking grade)
- 1-2 Tbsp Maple Syrup (for chocolate coating, adjust sweetness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 80g of dark chocolate for the coating. Using baking-grade dark chocolate will provide a richer and deeper flavor.
Step 2
Arrange the puffed rice cakes on a plate, ready for spreading the jam. The textured surface of the puffed rice cakes helps the jam adhere better. Start by spreading a generous layer of creamy peanut butter on one side of a puffed rice cake. Then, place another puffed rice cake on top to create a sandwich. Be mindful not to use too much jam, as it might spill out.
Step 3
Next, use the sweet Nutella spread to make another sandwich in the same way. Spread a thin layer of Nutella on a puffed rice cake and top it with another one. This flavor is especially popular with children.
Step 4
For a touch of fruity freshness, try using orange marmalade. Spread the marmalade on a puffed rice cake and create a sandwich. This will result in a delightful cookie with a sweet and tangy flavor that bursts in your mouth.
Step 5
To prepare for the chocolate coating, line a large plate with plastic wrap, ensuring it’s flat. Covering the plate with wrap will make it easier to remove the cookies cleanly once the chocolate has set.
Step 6
Melt the prepared dark chocolate using a microwave. Heat for about 1 minute, then check and continue heating in 10-20 second intervals, stirring in between. Be careful not to overheat, as it can burn. The chocolate might taste bitter if eaten plain, so stir in 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup to create a smoother, sweeter chocolate coating. The maple syrup balances the bitterness and adds a pleasant sweetness.
Step 7
Here’s the crucial step! Dark chocolate solidifies quickly, so it’s best to melt the chocolate *after* you’ve prepared your jam-filled puffed rice sandwiches. 1. First, spread jam on the puffed rice cakes to make the sandwiches. 2. Then, melt the dark chocolate. Carefully dip each jam sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Avoid applying too thick a layer, as it can become hard when set. Gently place the chocolate-coated cookies onto the plastic-wrapped plate. Finally, cover the plate with a plastic bag and refrigerate or store in a kimchi refrigerator. For faster setting, freezing is the best option.
Step 8
The next day, remove the plastic wrap to reveal perfectly set chocolate cookies! Instead of high-calorie store-bought digestive cookies, these homemade puffed rice versions are a fantastic, healthier alternative. They’re delicious and good for you – a great idea, isn’t it?
Step 9
Curious about the inside, I carefully cut all the finished cookies in half. The layers of puffed rice, jam, and chocolate coating look appetizing.
Step 10
Ta-da! The halved cookies look appealing and delicious. You’ve successfully created simple, healthy, and tasty chocolate cookies. Give them a try!
