Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Crunch Bars

Delightful no-bake bars combining rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a satisfying crunch, perfect for any occasion.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 16 bars

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Bars

1 cup chocolate chips Use semisweet or dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
1/2 cup peanut butter Natural peanut butter works well.
1/4 cup butter Substitute with a dairy-free alternative if needed.
2 cups rice cereal Any puffed rice cereal works, preferably gluten-free.
1 cup powdered sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Consider adding other flavor extracts like almond.

Method

Preparation

Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
In a large bowl, combine rice cereal and powdered sugar.
Pour melted chocolate mixture over cereal mixture and mix until well-coated.
Press the mixture into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish.

Setting

Refrigerate for at least an hour until set.
Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

These bars are delicious on their own or served with vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.