Description
Indulge in the ultimate treat with Homemade Crunch Bars, where the satisfying crunch of crispy rice cereal meets the rich sweetness of chocolate and creamy peanut butter. These bars are perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and customizable to suit every taste. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet pick-me-up, they deliver delightful flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the crispy rice cereal until fully coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the pan and press down evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour until set before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g (approx.)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in mini marshmallows or dried fruit. Substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor profile. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.