Matcha Cashew Krispies
Known mainly as an energizing add-on to smoothies, this popular green tea powder also makes a great addition to these tasty sweet treats
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A Matcha Made in Heaven
Reserve a few Tbs. of the Cashew Butter Sauce for icing. Decoration is best after the Krispies mixture has been frozen.
Recipe courtesy of Marisa LaValette for Navitas Organics (navitasorganics.com).
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Ingredients
For the cashew butter sauce:
2 cups whole cashews
4 Tbs. coconut oil, melted
½ cup maple syrup
½ tsp. vanilla
For the matcha krispies:
2 cups puffed rice
2 cups shredded coconut
½ cup buckwheat groats
1 cup coconut oil, melted
3/4 cup maple syrup
2 Tbs. Cashew Butter Sauce
1 Tbs. tahini
1 tsp. Navitas Organics Matcha Powder
Preparation
- To make Cashew Butter Sauce: Soak cashews overnight, and drain. Combine in blender with coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- To make Krispies: Stir together Matcha Krispie ingredients thoroughly in large bowl. Divide mixture into 12 cupcake papers (about 2-3 Tbs. per wrapper). Freeze 3–4 hours. Before serving, decorate with the remaining Cashew Butter Sauce.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 530
- Carbohydrate Content 44 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 38 g
- Fiber Content 2 g
- Protein Content 6 g
- Saturated Fat Content 25 g
- Sodium Content 80 mg
- Sugar Content 28 g