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Three simple ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars: chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and crispy rice cereal, arranged neatly on a kitchen counter

3-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars: Your New Go-To Snack


  • Author: Cato
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

Make easy 3-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars—no-bake, gluten-free, and irresistibly delicious! Perfect for snacks or dessert.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark/milk chocolate)

  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)

  • 2 cups (50g) crispy rice cereal (gluten-free if needed)


Instructions

    • Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter:

      • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter.

      • Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler on the stovetop.

    • Mix in the Crispy Rice Cereal:

      • Add the crispy rice cereal to the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture.

      • Gently fold until the cereal is evenly coated.

    • Set and Chill:

      • Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

      • Pour the mixture into the pan and spread it evenly, pressing down gently.

      • Refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until firm.

    • Cut and Serve:

      • Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Customizations: Add nuts, sprinkles, or a drizzle of melted white chocolate for extra flair.

  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free crispy rice cereal to make this recipe gluten-free.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: no-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 6g