Description
Indulgent homemade crunch bars deliver a sweet symphony of chocolate and crispy rice, melding nostalgia with pure delight. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor this simple, irresistible treat that brings childhood memories to life with each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup rice krispies
Toppings:
- Flaked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking dish by lining it completely with parchment paper, ensuring edges are fully covered for effortless chocolate bar removal.
- Create a smooth, glossy mixture by combining chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in short intervals and stirring thoroughly between each burst until completely melted and integrated.
- Gently fold rice krispies into the warm chocolate-peanut butter blend, carefully coating each cereal piece to ensure uniform coverage and maintaining the crispy texture.
- Transfer the chocolatey mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a uniform layer with consistent thickness across the entire surface.
- Enhance flavor complexity by sprinkling a delicate layer of flaked sea salt over the top for a subtle flavor contrast.
- Position the pan in the freezer, allowing the bars to solidify and set for approximately 15 minutes until they reach a firm, crisp consistency.
- Remove from freezer and slice into precise rectangular bars, creating clean edges and uniform portions for serving.
Notes
- Ensure parchment paper extends over the pan edges for effortless lifting and clean removal of the crunch bars.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips with at least 60% cocoa content for richer, more intense chocolate flavor and better melting consistency.
- Experiment with alternative nut butters like almond or cashew butter for diverse taste profiles and dietary accommodations.
- Sprinkle crushed nuts or coconut flakes on top before freezing to add extra texture and nutritional variety to the bars.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg