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Homemade Crunch Bars (Award Winning Recipe!)

This Homemade Crunch Bars recipe is a nostalgic delight! With rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, it's the perfect quick treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1.5 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet, dark, or dairy-free
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy
  • 0.5 cups maple syrup
  • 0.25 cups coconut oil can substitute with grass-fed butter

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x9 inch baking pan
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Your Baking Pan - Line your 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter - In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Heat until melted and smooth.
  3. Step 3: Add the Maple Syrup - Stir in the maple syrup until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Mix in the Rice Cereal - Gently fold the crispy rice cereal into the chocolate mixture.
  5. Step 5: Spread into the Pan - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and use your spatula to spread it evenly.
  6. Step 6: Chill and Set - Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until the bars are firm.
  7. Step 7: Cut and Enjoy! - Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • For longer freshness, keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Freeze the bars for up to 3 months, wrapped individually.