Description
When chocolate cravings strike and you want something quick, crunchy, and wildly satisfying — these No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars have your back. With just four simple ingredients and zero oven time, you’ll create a rich, melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s as easy as it is impressive. Smooth peanut butter, velvety chocolate, and crispy cereal come together in one glorious bite. Perfect for last-minute guests, after-school snacks, or those “I just need chocolate now” moments — this no-bake wonder is your new kitchen superhero.
Ingredients
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk/dark, your choice)
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⅓ cup creamy peanut butter (or almond, cashew, or sunflower butter)
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1 cup Rice Krispies cereal (or any puffed rice cereal)
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Flaked sea salt, for garnish
Optional Mix-Ins:
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¼ cup crushed pretzels, chopped peanuts, or dried cranberries
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2 tbsp cocoa powder for a double-chocolate version
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1 tsp vanilla extract for extra depth
Instructions
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Melt: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together until smooth. (Microwave option: 30-second bursts, stirring between each.)
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Fold In: Remove from heat. Gently fold in the Rice Krispies until evenly coated.
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Pan Prep: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Pour mixture in and spread evenly.
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Top & Chill: Sprinkle with flaked sea salt. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour (or freezer for 25 mins) until firm.
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Slice & Serve: Lift from the pan, cut into bars, and enjoy that perfect salty-sweet crunch.
Notes
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For clean slices, run your knife under hot water and dry before cutting.
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Want extra texture? Add mini marshmallows or crushed cookies.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.