Classic Homemade Crunch Bars

Homemade Crunch Bars

???? Ingredients

Ingredient Amount

Crispy rice cereal 3 cups

Chocolate chips 1½ cups

Peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter) 1 cup

Maple syrup ½ cup

Coconut oil (or grass-fed butter) ¼ cup

????‍???? Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pan and Cereal

Line an 8×8-inch baking dish (or similar size) with parchment paper.

Add the crispy rice cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate Mixture

In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil.

Heat gently until fully melted, then whisk until smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Mix and Chill

Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir until evenly coated.

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, pressing it into an even layer.

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

Step 4: Slice and Serve

Once chilled, lift the mixture out using the parchment paper and cut into bars.

???? Notes

Storage: Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Freezing: Wrap individual bars in parchment paper, place in freezer bags, and freeze for up to 6 months.