Description
Homemade Crunch Bars are a delectable no-bake snack that combines crispy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate. These bars deliver a satisfying crunch in every bite, making them perfect for any occasion—from cozy nights to festive gatherings. Quick to prepare and fully customizable, they can easily be tailored to suit your taste preferences. Indulge in the sweet and salty goodness of these delightful treats!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Melt Peanut Butter and Honey: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter and honey until smooth.
- Mix in Rice Cereal: Remove from heat and fold in rice cereal until evenly coated.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in half of the chocolate chips while warm for added melty goodness.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Transfer mixture into the prepared pan, pressing down firmly with a spatula or greased hands.
- Chill and Cut: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set, then cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg