Peanut Butter Crisp Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Peanut Butter Crisp Bars, a perfectly balanced no-bake treat that's quick to prepare yet packed with rich, satisfying flavors. Made with smooth peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate, these bars combine creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey textures in every bite. Sweetened naturally with honey and topped optionally with a sprinkle of sea salt, they strike the perfect harmony of sweet and salty. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, these bars are ideal for busy days, potlucks, or after-school snacking. Plus, they’re easy to store and enjoy chilled or at room temperature, making them a fuss-free addition to your dessert repertoire. Perfect for lovers of no-bake desserts, easy snack recipes, and peanut butter chocolate combos!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over the sides for easy removal later.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, and unsalted butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the crispy rice cereal to the saucepan and gently fold until the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spatula or the bottom of a measuring cup to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and fully melted.
Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter cereal layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
Optional: Sprinkle the top with a pinch of sea salt for added flavor.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour until the chocolate is set and the bars are firm.
Once set, lift the parchment paper out of the baking dish and place it on a cutting board. Cut the bars into 12 equal pieces.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.3 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3886 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 570.3 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.9 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 53.4 mg | 297% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*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.
