Description
Indulge in these irresistible Healthy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars that are not only easy to make but also a perfect guilt-free treat. Packed with peanut butter goodness and a chocolatey crunch, these bars are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Stir until smooth and fully melted. Add vanilla extract and salt.
- Mix with Cereal: In a large bowl, combine crispy rice cereal and nuts if using. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the cereal and mix gently until coated.
- Set in Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly into the pan.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave. Pour over the cereal mixture and spread evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm. Cut into bars and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter and skip the nuts.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra nutrition.
- Use dairy-free chocolate for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
