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Homemade Crunch Bars

Irresistible Homemade Crunch Bars You Can Make in Minutes

These Homemade Crunch Bars are quick to make, featuring a delightful mix of chocolate and peanut butter for a perfect sweet treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 20 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 3 cups Crispy rice cereal
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips dark or milk chocolate based on preference
  • 1 cup Peanut butter can use sunflower butter for nut-free
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Coconut oil vegetable oil works in a pinch

Equipment

  • 8 x 8-inch baking dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl or stovetop
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

How to Make Homemade Crunch Bars
  1. Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish or deep baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Pour the crispy rice cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl or stovetop, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Heat until melted, stirring until smooth.
  4. Carefully pour the melted mixture over the rice cereal and stir until coated. Transfer to the lined dish and flatten evenly. Refrigerate until firm, about one hour.
  5. Remove from dish using parchment paper, cut into squares, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate on top for extra treat.

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