Description
These no-bake homemade crunch bars are crunchy, chocolaty, and made with just 5 ingredients. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, they’re a quick and easy treat perfect for snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups chocolate chips
½ cup peanut butter (natural or creamy)
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups crisp rice cereal
Optional: Sweetener (like maple syrup) or vanilla extract for added flavor
Instructions
Melt the Chocolate & Peanut Butter:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and salt.
Melt in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
Alternatively, use a double boiler on the stove.
Combine with Cereal:
In a large bowl, add rice cereal. Pour in the melted chocolate mixture.
Stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Press into Pan:
Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
Transfer the cereal mixture to the pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill to Set:
Freeze for about 1 hour or until firm.
Once set, lift the bars out using parchment paper.
Slice & Serve:
Cut into 12 bars or bite-sized squares.
Serve chilled or at room temperature (note: they soften at room temp).
Notes
Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Soft Bars: With natural peanut butter, bars may soften if left out. Keep them cool for best results.
Substitutions:
Swap peanut butter with almond or cashew butter.
Add a splash of vanilla extract or a drizzle of maple syrup for flavor.
Mix in chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
