Nut-Free Peppermint Cocoa Crunch Bar
Indulge in the holiday-inspired goodness of Nut-Free Peppermint Cocoa Crunch Bars, a delightful treat combining rich cocoa, creamy white chocolate, and the refreshing bite of crushed peppermint candies. Perfect for those with nut allergies, this no-bake dessert is packed with crispy rice cereal for an irresistible crunch and sweetened condensed milk for a lusciously smooth texture. These bars come together effortlessly in just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, and they firm up beautifully in the fridge for a hassle-free finish. Whether you're looking for a festive dessert or a crowd-pleasing snack, these peppermint cocoa bars are the ultimate combination of seasonal flavors and kid-friendly appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk and unsalted butter. Stir occasionally until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Reduce heat to low and add cocoa powder, stirring constantly until well incorporated.
Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
In a large bowl, combine rice cereal and crushed peppermint candies.
Pour the cocoa mixture over the rice cereal mixture, stirring until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
Sprinkle white chocolate chips over the top, pressing them lightly into the mixture to help them set.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to allow them to firm up.
Once firm, remove from the refrigerator and cut into bars of desired size.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.3 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 299 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2509 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 720.4 g | 262% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.4 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 575.1 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1642 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 63.9 mg | 355% | |
| Potassium | 3910 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
