Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
Delicious no-bake bars combining crispy rice cereal, peanut butter, and chocolate for a perfect treat.
Ingredients
Main
- 3 cups rice crisp cereal
- 0.5 cup brown rice syrup
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter low sodium if preferred
- 0.25 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup mini chocolate chips more for optional topping
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter low sodium if preferred
Optional Toppings
- to taste Chopped Peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine brown rice syrup and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly, then remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over rice cereal and fold until well-coated. Transfer to the prepared pan and press firmly into an even layer.
- Microwave chocolate chips and peanut butter until melted, then pour over the cereal layer and spread evenly. Add optional toppings if desired.
- Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes until set. Cut into squares and store in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
Notes
For best results, press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure bars hold together.