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Homemade Crunch Bars Recipe

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These Homemade Crunch Bars are a delightful no-bake treat combining crispy rice cereal with a luscious blend of chocolate, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Perfect for a quick snack or a sweet dessert, these bars offer a satisfying crunch and rich flavor without any baking required.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups crispy rice cereal

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup peanut butter (can substitute any nut or seed butter)
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (can substitute for grass fed butter)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish or a deep baking tray of your choice with parchment paper and set it aside for later use.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Place the 3 cups of crispy rice cereal into a large mixing bowl and set it aside while you prepare the chocolate mixture.
  3. Heat Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Heat the mixture until fully melted and then whisk it thoroughly until smooth and completely incorporated.
  4. Mix Ingredients: Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the crispy rice cereal and stir until all the cereal is evenly coated and combined.
  5. Set the Bars: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Refrigerate for at least one hour or until firm.
  6. Cut and Serve: Once set, remove from the refrigerator and lift the mixture from the dish using the parchment paper. Cut into bars of your desired size and enjoy.

Notes

  • Storage: Store the crunch bars at room temperature in a sealable container for up to 2 weeks.
  • Freezing: For longer storage, wrap individual bars in parchment paper and place them in ziplock bags. They can be frozen for up to 6 months.
  • Substitutions: You can substitute peanut butter with any nut or seed butter of your choice, and coconut oil with grass-fed butter.
  • Variations: Try this recipe with keto-friendly ingredients to make Keto Crunch Bars.

Keywords: homemade crunch bars, no bake dessert, crispy rice cereal bars, peanut butter bars, chocolate bars, easy snack, sweet treat

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