Homemade No-Bake Crunch Bars
Indulge in the sublime delight of Homemade No-Bake Crunch Bars, where the marriage of crispy rice cereal and luscious chocolate creates a symphony of flavor. Enhanced with a subtle nuttiness from creamy peanut butter, these bars tantalize the palate with each delectable bite. Crafting your own batch is a breeze:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter (or any nut or seed butter of preference)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (or grass-fed butter as an alternative)
Instructions:
- Preparation: Begin by lining a 20 x 20 cm baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cereal Preparation: Place the crispy rice cereal in a spacious bowl and set it aside.
- Melting Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Heat the mixture until the chocolate chips melt completely.
- Mixing: Whisk the melted concoction until it achieves a silky-smooth consistency. Pour the mixture over the crispy rice cereal, ensuring even coverage.
- Setting: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least an hour or until firm.
- Serving: Once set, remove from the refrigerator and slice into bars, ready to be savored.