Rice Cake Pizza Squares (Print Version)

Crispy rice cakes layered with sauce, cheese, and fresh toppings for a quick gluten-free snack.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 4 large plain rice cakes

→ Sauce

02 - 120 ml pizza sauce

→ Cheese

03 - 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 15 g grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

→ Toppings

05 - 40 g sliced black olives
06 - 30 g diced bell pepper
07 - 25 g sliced mushrooms
08 - 8 slices pepperoni (omit for vegetarian)
09 - 4 g chopped fresh basil or oregano

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the rice cakes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Evenly spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over each rice cake.
04 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce on each rice cake, then add grated Parmesan if desired.
05 - Layer your choice of sliced olives, diced bell pepper, mushrooms, pepperoni (if using), and fresh herbs on top of the cheese.
06 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cheese has melted and is bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and cool for 1 to 2 minutes. Slice each rice cake in half to create squares.
08 - Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 25 minutes, making weeknight snacks feel less like a chore and more like a small victory.
  • Gluten-free without any fussing or special ingredients—just rice cakes doing the work.
  • You control every topping, so everyone at the table gets exactly what they want without complaint.
02 -
  • Don't skip parchment paper or you'll spend fifteen minutes scraping cheese off the baking sheet instead of enjoying what you made.
  • Rice cakes feel fragile, but they're tougher than they look—sauce and toppings won't fall through, so layer with confidence.
03 -
  • Check your rice cakes aren't already stale—tap one on the counter and listen for a solid sound, not a dull thud.
  • Keep toppings relatively dry; wet vegetables will release moisture that softens everything instead of crisping it.
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