Here’s a super easy and delicious No-Bake Crunch Bar recipe — perfect when you want something sweet, crispy, and chocolatey without turning on the oven 🍫✨
🍫 No-Bake Chocolate Crunch Bars
Makes: about 16 bars
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
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1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk/dark chocolate, your choice)
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½ cup peanut butter (or almond/sunflower butter for nut-free option)
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2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
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2 cups crisp rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
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Pinch of salt (optional, enhances flavor)
Instructions
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Melt the chocolate mixture:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil.
Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth (about 1½ minutes total).
Or melt gently in a saucepan over low heat. -
Add flavorings:
Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, if using. -
Mix in the crunch:
Add the crisp rice cereal to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir gently until the cereal is evenly coated. -
Spread and shape:
Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Pour the mixture in and spread it evenly, pressing down lightly to compact it. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm. -
Cut and enjoy:
Lift out the parchment paper and cut into bars or squares.
Storage
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Store in an airtight container:
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Fridge: up to 1 week
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Freezer: up to 2 months (they taste amazing cold!)
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Optional Variations
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🍯 Add-ins: crushed pretzels, mini marshmallows, or chopped nuts.
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🥥 Flavor twist: sprinkle shredded coconut on top before chilling.
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🍫 Layered version: make a bottom layer with chocolate and a top layer with white chocolate for a “marbled” look.
Would you like me to give you a healthier version (using dark chocolate, protein powder, or natural sweeteners)?
