Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy with these no-bake Peanut Butter Crunch Bars! Perfectly balancing creamy peanut butter, golden honey, and crisp rice cereal, these bars are generously topped with a smooth, luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate. Quick to assemble with just a few pantry staples, they require only 10 minutes of prep time before chilling to set. Whether you're looking for a satisfying snack, a decadent dessert, or a party-ready treat, these crowd-pleasing bars deliver bold flavor and delightful texture in every bite. Plus, they're easy to store, making them a convenient choice for make-ahead snacking. Get ready to indulge in a nostalgic favorite that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups crisp rice cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1.25 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Line a 9x9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large saucepan, combine the peanut butter, honey, and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the crisp rice cereal until fully coated with the peanut butter mixture.
Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly into an even layer using the back of a spoon or your hands (grease them lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking).
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal layer in the baking dish, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula.
Refrigerate the bars for 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate has set and the bars are firm.
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the dish. Cut into 12 squares or desired portion sizes.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.6 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.6 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3327 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 689.8 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.0 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 331.3 g | ||
| Protein | 98.2 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 106.1 mg | 589% | |
| Potassium | 1910 mg | 41% | |
*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.
