These Homemade Crunch Bars are basically an easy, no-bake version of a chocolate crunch candy bar — crispy, chocolatey, and simple to make.
Ingredients
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the pan
Line an 8×8-inch pan (or similar) with parchment paper.
2. Add cereal
Put 3 cups crispy rice cereal into a large bowl.
3. Melt the chocolate mixture
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine:
- Chocolate chips
- Peanut butter
- Maple syrup
- Coconut oil
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth.
4. Mix together
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir until fully coated.
5. Press into pan
Transfer to the prepared pan and press down evenly.
6. Chill
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
7. Slice & enjoy
Cut into bars or squares.
Easy tips
- Sprinkle a little sea salt on top for better flavor.
- Store in the fridge so they stay firm.
- You can replace peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower butter.
Result: crunchy, chocolatey bars with a satisfying snap — like a homemade candy bar, often even better than store-bought. 🍫
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