Chocolate Rice Cake Bites
These Chocolate Rice Cake Bites are one of our favourite easy no-bake snacks. Light and crunchy with a crisp chocolate coating and your favourite toppings, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, afternoon snacks or whenever you feel like a little something sweet.
Made with just 3 simple ingredients, they’re quick to prepare, budget-friendly and so much fun to customise. Keep them simple with a sprinkle of mini M&M’s or raid the pantry for crushed pretzels, freeze-dried berries, nuts, dried fruit, sprinkles or even crushed biscuits.
Making your own chocolate covered rice cakes is also a great alternative to buying the ready-made versions. You can use full-sized rice cakes or cut them into smaller bite-sized pieces, add exactly the toppings you love and keep a batch in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go treat.
They’re also a fun one to make with the kids. Let everyone decorate their own, pop them into the fridge until the chocolate is crisp and try not to eat half the batch before they’re ready.
We especially love them straight from the fridge when the chocolate has that lovely crisp snap!
If you love quick homemade snacks like these, be sure to try my Homemade LCM Bars too. They’re another fun, no-bake treat made with Rice Bubbles and M&M’s that’s perfect for lunchboxes and afternoon snacks.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Only 3 ingredients – rice cakes, chocolate and your favourite toppings are all you need.
Quick and no-bake – they take just minutes to prepare before going into the fridge to set.
Budget-friendly – make your own chocolate rice cakes at home instead of buying individually packaged versions.
Easy to customise – change the chocolate and toppings depending on what you have in the pantry.
Fun for kids to make – set out a few different toppings and let them decorate their own.
Perfect for snacking – enjoy them as an afternoon treat, lunchbox snack or something sweet with a cuppa.
Topping Ideas
There are SO many ways to dress up your Chocolate Rice Cake Bites. Try:
Mini M&M’s
Crushed pretzels
Oreo crumbs
Freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries
Pistachios
Roasted almonds
Goji berries
Dried fruit
Crushed chocolate bars
Coconut
100s & 1000s
Sprinkles
Tip: Add your toppings while the chocolate is still melted so they stick as it sets.
Top Tips
Don't overheat the chocolate. Melt it in short 30 second bursts and stir well between each one. Chocolate can burn surprisingly quickly in the microwave.
Add the toppings straight away. Sprinkle them over while the chocolate is still wet so they stick properly.
Try different chocolate. Milk chocolate is always a winner with the kids, but dark and white chocolate are delicious too. You could even do a decorative swirl!
Use what you have. There’s no need to buy special toppings. These are perfect for using up those little bits and pieces hiding in the pantry.
Variations
Chocolate Peanut Butter: Spread a thin layer of peanut butter over the rice cake before adding the melted chocolate.
Cookies & Cream: Use white or milk chocolate and sprinkle with crushed Oreo biscuits.
Sweet & Salty: Top with crushed pretzels
Berry Chocolate: Add freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries to milk, dark or white chocolate.
Birthday Cake: Use white chocolate with plenty of colourful sprinkles or 100s & 1000s.
Storage
Store your Chocolate Rice Cake Bites in an airtight container in the fridge. Keeping them chilled helps the chocolate stay firm and gives them that delicious crisp shell.
For the best crunch, I’d make these in smaller batches rather than storing them for too long, as rice cakes can gradually soften once coated and refrigerated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of rice cake?
Yes. Any type of plain rice cakes or corn thins are a great base because they let the chocolate and toppings shine.
Can I make chocolate rice cakes ahead of time?
Absolutely. Make them ahead and store them in an airtight container in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy them.
What chocolate is best for chocolate rice cakes?
Milk, dark and white chocolate all work well. Choose whichever you and your family enjoy most, or make a mixture of all three.
Can kids make these?
Definitely! This is a great recipe for kids to help with. Adults can take care of melting the chocolate, then the kids can add their own toppings.
Are Chocolate Rice Cake Bites good for lunchboxes?
They can make a fun sweet lunchbox treat, although chocolate may soften or melt if the lunchbox gets warm. An insulated lunchbox with an ice brick is your best option. Always check your school’s allergy guidelines when choosing toppings.
Chocolate Rice Cake Bites
Make these easy Chocolate Rice Cake Bites with just 3 ingredients! A quick no-bake snack with crisp chocolate and your favourite toppings
Ingredients
- Rice cakes or Corn Thins
- 100 g chocolate melts, milk, dark or white
- 1 teaspoon copha
- Your choice of toppings, finely chopped
- 100s & 1000s
- Sprinkles
- Mini M&M’s
- Crushed Oreo cookies
- Crushed pretzels
- Crushed chocolate bars
- Coconut
- Goji berries and pepitas
- Dried apple
- Dried apricots
- Freeze-dried strawberries
- Freeze-dried mango
- Roasted almonds
- Roasted cashews
- Pistachios
Instructions
- Place the chocolate melts and Copha in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium power for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals on medium power, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- For full-sized rice cakes, spread melted chocolate over the centre of each rice cake. Sprinkle immediately with your chosen toppings.
- For bite-sized rice cakes, carefully cut the rice cakes into halves or quarters. Spread melted chocolate over one corner of each piece, then sprinkle with your chosen toppings.
- Place on a lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate is firm and set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge. We love them served chilled when that chocolate coating is lovely and crisp.
- Spread a layer of peanut butter over the top of each rice cake and place in the freezer for up to 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Spread the melted chocolate over the peanut butter, then return to the fridge or freezer for 5 minutes, or until the chocolate has set.
Notes
TOP TIPS:
- Try a peanut butter version: Spread a thin layer of peanut butter over the rice cake and freeze for 20–30 minutes, or until firm, before adding the melted chocolate. Almond butter or Biscoff are delicious options too.
- Use what you’ve got: There’s no need to overthink the toppings! This recipe is perfect for using up little bits and pieces in the pantry. Try crushed biscuits, pretzels, trail mix, leftover Easter chocolate, dried fruit or sprinkles.
- Add the toppings straight away: Sprinkle your toppings over while the chocolate is still melted so they stick as it sets. Finely chop larger toppings, especially when making bite-sized pieces.
- Use your favourite chocolate: Milk, dark or white chocolate all work beautifully or make a selection of each.
- Be gentle when cutting: Rice cakes can crack easily, so use a sharp knife and gently cut them into halves or quarters.
- Get the kids involved: Set up a little topping station and let everyone decorate their own. It’s a fun one for weekends or school holidays.
- Keep them chilled. Store the rice cake bites in an airtight container in the fridge so the chocolate stays firm and crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
749Fat
48 gSat. Fat
23 gCarbs
72 gFiber
12 gNet carbs
60 gSugar
38 gProtein
13 gSodium
232 mgCholesterol
3 mgThe nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.
