Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and rich flavors of these homemade crunch bars! With just a handful of simple ingredients and no baking required, these treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in a pinch. Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and decadent chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, mix the crispy rice cereal with a pinch of salt.
- Melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and honey/maple syrup together. This can be done in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, or using a double boiler on the stove.
- Once melted and smooth, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the crispy rice cereal and mix gently until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to your prepared pan. Press down firmly to ensure it’s compact.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until set.
- Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper and cut them into squares.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding chopped nuts, dried fruits, or shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.
- Make sure to press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure the bars hold together well.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- chill time: 1 h
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg