Vegan Puffed Rice Baskets: Easy Italian Recipe for a Healthy Dessert

Learn to make these easy Vegan Puffed Rice Baskets, a delightful Italian dessert perfect for any occasion.

Introduction

If you’re looking to prepare an easy, quick dessert that’s 100% plant-based, Vegan Puffed Rice Baskets are the perfect recipe for you! Crunchy, light, and with no baking required, they are made with just a few ingredients: puffed rice, dark chocolate, and coconut oil for the base, complemented by a creamy filling of plant-based cream cheese and fresh fruit.

Ideal as a summer dessert or for a healthy snack, these baskets are versatile and suitable for all seasons. It takes only a few minutes to prepare them, followed by a quick freeze, and they’ll be ready to enjoy. Try your Vegan Puffed Rice Baskets today and impress everyone with a treat that’s as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat!

Here you can find more vegan desserts to make at home:

• Easy Vegan Tiramisu
• Vegan Tartlets
• Vegan Braid
• Vegan Apple Cake

Ingredients

• 3 cups puffed rice
• 200g dark chocolate
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 100g plant-based cream cheese (like Philadelphia)
• Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, banana slices)

Instructions

1. Begin by melting the dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice with the melted chocolate mixture and mix thoroughly until well-coated.
3. Using muffin tins or small molds, press the coated puffed rice mixture into the bottom and sides to form baskets.
4. Place the baskets in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until set.
5. Once set, remove the baskets from the molds and fill them with plant-based cream cheese and your choice of fresh fruit.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Total Time

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Chilling Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Cuisine

Italian