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No Bake Homemade Crunch Bars

A perfect fusion of crunchy, sweet, and satisfying treats, these No Bake Homemade Crunch Bars bring the vibrant flavors of global street markets right to your kitchen—minus the baking!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups rice cereal Any type of rice cereal can be used.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Dark or milk chocolate both work well.
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Feel free to substitute with almond or sunflower butter.
  • 1/4 cup honey Can be adjusted for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, add the rice cereal and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and honey. Stir until smooth.
  3. Once smooth, stir in the vanilla extract and then pour the mixture over the rice cereal. Mix until cereal is fully coated.
  4. Press the mixture into a lined baking dish firmly.
  5. Refrigerate for about an hour until set.
  6. Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Consider pairing with whipped cream or a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor.