Peanut Butter Crunchers 2007
Indulge in the irresistible blend of sweet and crunchy with these no-bake Peanut Butter Crunchers 2007, a nostalgic twist on a classic treat! Featuring creamy peanut butter, golden honey, and buttery goodness mixed with crispy rice cereal and crunchy chopped peanuts, this recipe offers the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Topped with a rich layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate, these easy-to-make bars are prepared in just 15 minutes and chilled to perfection. Perfect for snacks, dessert tables, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these delightful squares are as simple to make as they are to devour. Plus, you can store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week—if they last that long! Keywords: no-bake dessert, peanut butter bars, easy snack recipe, chocolate drizzle, crispy rice cereal treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 0.333333 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey, and butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and chopped peanuts. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the cereal mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and press it down firmly into an even layer using a spatula or your hands (tip: slightly wet your hands to prevent sticking).
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate over the pressed mixture in the baking dish. Use a spoon or spatula to create an even layer of chocolate on top.
Refrigerate the dish for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm and set.
Once set, remove the mixture from the baking dish by lifting the parchment paper. Cut into 12 squares or rectangles and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 242.4 g | 311% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.4 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2488 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.5 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.4 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 234.5 g | ||
| Protein | 111.8 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 55.5 mg | 308% | |
| Potassium | 2367 mg | 50% | |
*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.
