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    Home » gluten free

    Rice Krispies with a secret ingredient. vegan. gluten free

    Published: Oct 4, 2011 · Modified: Aug 7, 2014 by Richa 23 Comments


    Puffed Rice bars.. made the indian way. With Jaggery! The Indian version of this rice krispy is called Murmura Laddoo and is made into a ball. Sometimes peanuts, coconut flakes, raisins are also added to the balls.
    Jaggery is traditional unrefined non centrifugal whole cane sugar. It is rich in minerals and salts, vitamins and even contains some fibre, whereas sugar, being highly refined, lacks these things. The darker the jaggery in colour, the richer it is in mineral content (particularly iron content).
    These Rice krispies are a fusion one with a secret ingredient. Apple.. I added some apple juice! finely chopped almond and cinnamon too( after the cardamom heavy almond oat bar).
    Directions:
    In a thick-bottomed vessel, add half cup water, half cup apple juice(I added some fresh with minimal pulp) and jaggery.
    I couldnt find Jaggery powder, so I added 2 by 2 by 1 inch block.
    Cook on medium, stirring occassionally till the jaggery dissolves.
    Cook on low-medium heat and keep an eye on the mixture.
    Reduce heat to low when the mixture begins to concentrate and foam. To test, add few drops of jaggery syrup to the cold water. If the syrup can be rolled to a tiny ball, the syrup is ready. (10-15 minutes). If you leave it on heat, the jaggery will burn and you will have to say goodbye to your pan!
    Add the puffed Rice(about 2 cups, add incrementally 1/2 cup at a time) and chopped almond(6 almonds finely chopped), cinnamon powder and mix well to coat well. Stir continuously for a minute or 2. If there is excess jaggery syrup, add more puffed rice. There should be a good thick sheen on all the puffed rice. If you add too much, then it might not stick well.
    Remove from heat, and let sit for 2-3 minutes. If making balls, let sit for a few minutes then carefully shape into balls using greased hands.
    For bars, press the mixture into parchment lined pan( I used 2 mini loaf pans, 5×3). fold parchment on top and press well. Let sit till cool, then remove from pan. Cut bars if needed. Store in airtight container for a few weeks. Have a fun Tuesday!
    This is my second entry to the Apple blog Hop , some amazing Apple recipes getting linked to the blog hop.. 20+ already! Also heading to Slightly Indulgent Tuesdays! and Hearth and soul blog hop!

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    1. Little B

      November 08, 2018 at 9:36 am

      How much powdered jaggery should I use?

      Reply
    2. Anonymous

      February 03, 2012 at 3:54 am

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    3. Richa

      October 11, 2011 at 6:46 pm

      Thank you Ali, Miriam, Swathi and April.

      My mom made the jaggery balls too while growing up.. so i used that idea!

      Reply
    4. The 21st Century Housewife©

      October 11, 2011 at 7:39 am

      These sound like such a wonderful twist on traditional Rice Krispie Squares! What a delicious treat! Thank you for sharing them with the Hearth and Soul hop.

      Reply
    5. Swathi

      October 08, 2011 at 3:56 am

      I make this sweet during Thirkarthika festival. Looks awesome. Thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop.

      Reply
    6. Miriam @ Sometimes I "Veg"

      October 07, 2011 at 10:53 pm

      I had never heard of jaggery before. Thank you, we learn something new every day I guess. I used to love rice krispy treats back in the day.

      Reply
    7. Ali

      October 06, 2011 at 10:10 am

      Looks yummy!! the post really brings back memories, my mummy used to make these for us. Love the way its gluten free. Nice photos.

      Reply
    8. Richa

      October 05, 2011 at 9:07 pm

      Thanks for the follow Sanyukta!

      Thanks Amy, do try these.

      Thanks Valerie. I hear you about eating one too many:)

      thanks Melynda!

      Reply
    9. Melynda

      October 05, 2011 at 12:27 pm

      I really enjoyed learning about Jaggery, thanks for sharing with the Hearth and Soul.

      Reply
    10. Valerie

      October 05, 2011 at 8:31 am

      Your rice krispies bars look delicious! I like those kind of bars, they’re light and we can eat more than 1 at a time haha

      Reply
    11. Amy

      October 05, 2011 at 8:25 am

      I like to taste rice bar,but didnt know that it is easy to make at home…thanks for the recipe….

      Reply
    12. Sanyukta Gour(Bayes)

      October 05, 2011 at 5:16 am

      Guilt free munching…reminds me of my childhood days..can b enjoyed by kids to adults…looks very tempting..mmmmm
      First time here…enjoyed my stay with a visual treat…thumps up!!!
      Do drop by as time permits…ur happy follower..wil hop over more often…
      Hugs
      Sanyukta
      https://creativesanyukta.blogspot.com/

      Reply
    13. Richa

      October 05, 2011 at 4:54 am

      Thankyou Krithi, Torview, Kalyani and Alpna!
      Have an amazing day!

      Reply
    14. Alpana

      October 05, 2011 at 2:51 am

      I love jaggery based krispies…..awesome.

      Reply
    15. Alpana

      October 05, 2011 at 2:51 am

      I love jaggery based krispies…..awesome.

      Reply
    16. Torviewtoronto

      October 05, 2011 at 1:20 am

      this is delicious wonderfully done

      Reply
    17. Kalyani's Platter

      October 05, 2011 at 1:17 am

      wow yummy !!!! love the idea and it looks so tempting …….

      Reply
    18. Krithi's Kitchen

      October 04, 2011 at 11:03 pm

      Lovely traditional one with a twist..
      Krithi’s Kitchen
      Event: Serve It –

      Festival Potluck

      Reply
    19. Richa

      October 04, 2011 at 9:56 pm

      that’s one fun cooking club Junia:)) yes, seems like apple is replacing my pumpkin fun plans:)

      Reply
    20. Junia

      October 04, 2011 at 9:51 pm

      i LOVE the idea of using applejuice to sweeten along with jaggery. i actually made the full butter/marshmellow version with my students today for cooking club! #applelove!

      Reply
    21. Richa

      October 04, 2011 at 8:42 pm

      Thanks Sushmita..i saw orange krispies at spabettie.. so i wanted to make some fun one:)

      Reply
    22. Veganosaurus

      October 04, 2011 at 7:18 pm

      Yummy!! My aunt used to make these for us regularly. You’ve brought back some good memories for me. 🙂

      I’ll have to try your apple-fied version soon. They look really good! 🙂

      Reply

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