Vegan Rice Cake With Almond Butter
Crunchy brown rice cakes topped with creamy almond butter, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup. A quick and satisfying snack that comes together in minutes and satisfies sweet cravings without any cooking required.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~1 min
Slice the banana.
Peel the banana and slice it into thin, even rounds. Set aside on a small plate.
- assemble · ~1 min
Spread the almond butter on each rice cake.
Lay the four rice cakes flat on a clean surface. Spoon 1 tablespoon of almond butter onto each rice cake and spread evenly with a butter knife.
TIPStir the almond butter first if there is any oil separation — it spreads much easier. - assemble · ~1 min
Add the banana slices.
Arrange the banana slices on top of the almond butter in a single layer. Press them down gently so they stick to the almond butter.
- garnish · ~1 min
Drizzle with maple syrup and dust with cinnamon.
Drizzle a little maple syrup over each rice cake — about half a teaspoon each. Finish by sprinkling a pinch of cinnamon powder and a tiny pinch of salt over the top. The salt balances the sweetness.
- serve
Serve immediately.
Serve the rice cakes right away while they are still crunchy. They soften over time with the almond butter on top.
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Let almond butter sit at room temp for 10 minutes for easier spreading.
- 2Use a paper towel to pat banana slices dry so they don’t make the rice cake soggy.
- 3For extra crunch, toast rice cakes in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- 4Serve immediately after assembling to keep the rice cake texture crisp.
- 5Store leftover almond butter rice cakes in an airtight container for up to 2 hours only.
Adapt it for your goals.
High-protein
Swap the almond butter for peanut butter or sunflower seed butter and add a tablespoon of hemp seeds on top. A boost of plant protein with no change in texture.
low sugarLow-sugar
Omit the maple syrup and use a very ripe banana; the natural fruit sweetness is enough to satisfy a sweet tooth without any added sugar.
chocolate fixChocolate fix
Spread a thin layer of dark chocolate hummus under the almond butter, or dust with unsweetened cocoa powder along with the cinnamon for a dessert-like twist.
berry swapBerry swap
Replace banana slices with an equal amount of fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries for a tangier, lower-carb fruit option.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Whole Grain Energy
Brown rice cakes provide a quick source of complex carbohydrates that can help fuel your day without refined flours.
Heart-Healthy Fats
Almond butter is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are known to support cardiovascular health.
Natural Sweetness
The banana and maple syrup add sweetness without processed sugar, offering vitamins, potassium, and minerals from whole foods.
Antioxidant Boost
Cinnamon is a spice packed with antioxidants that can help combat oxidative stress in the body.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, crunchy almond butter works perfectly. It adds little bits of texture, though it may not spread as evenly as smooth.
