Description
Homemade Crunch Bars are a deliciously sweet and salty treat that satisfies cravings while evoking childhood memories. With their irresistible crispy texture and rich chocolate-peanut butter flavor, these bars are simple to make and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or at gatherings, and experience the joy of homemade goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted, stirring until smooth.
- Gently fold the rice cereal into the chocolate-peanut butter mixture until evenly coated.
- Add honey or corn syrup and a pinch of salt; mix well until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing down firmly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until set. Cut into squares or bars before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (chilling)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg