Simply Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Squares
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Simply Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Squares! Combining the satisfying crunch of crispy rice cereal with the creamy richness of peanut butter, these no-bake treats are perfectly balanced with a luscious layer of velvety melted chocolate. Sweetened with honey or light corn syrup and finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for a gourmet touch, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Perfect for dessert, snack time, or sharing at parties, these addictive squares are as simple to make as they are to devour. Whip up a batch and enjoy the ultimate harmony of salty-sweet flavors and irresistibly crispy textures!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey (or light corn syrup)
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving excess parchment over the edges to make the squares easy to lift out later.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, and butter. Stir frequently until the mixture is smooth and fully melted, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the crispy rice cereal to the saucepan, folding it into the peanut butter mixture until the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and use a spatula to press it down firmly into an even layer. Set aside.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips in 20-30 second increments, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal layer in the pan and spread it evenly using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the chocolate layer for an extra flavor boost.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set and the squares are firm.
Once set, use the excess parchment paper to lift the entire block of squares out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 12 squares.
Store the squares in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.9 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3608 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 612.0 g | 223% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 259.3 g | ||
| Protein | 95.4 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 52.3 mg | 291% | |
| Potassium | 1920 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.
