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Crunchy Peanut Butter Bars - Easy + No Bake Recipe

These Crunchy Peanut Butter Bars are rich, decadent, and packed with peanut butter flavor. Easy to make and perfect for the holidays - or any time of year!
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 279kcal
Author Sharon Rhodes

Ingredients

BOTTOM LAYER

TOP LAYER

Instructions

  • Line a 9x9 dish with parchment and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt together the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and coconut oil until smooth and blended.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the sea salt and vanilla.
  • Stir in the peanuts and rice crispy cereal.
  • Spread into your prepared dish and press it firmly with the back of your spoon until even. Place the dish in the freezer.
  • Meanwhile, over medium-low heat in a small saucepan, melt together the chocolate chips and coconut oil until completely smooth.
  • Pour over the base and place back in the freezer to set for about 20 minutes.
  • Slice into squares.

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Notes

  • Are these bars dairy free? Yes, they are! Just be sure to check the label of your chocolate chips to ensure they don't have any milk products.
  • Use a microwave to melt the chocolate topping instead of the stovetop. Use a microwave-safe bowl and melt it in increments, stirring every ten seconds until it is smooth.
  • Run a  sharp knife under hot water before slicing these bars to get a super clean edge.
  • Substitute honey for the maple syrup. Just remember that it won't be considered a vegan recipe if you use honey.
  • You can swap in quick oats instead of rice crispies in the peanut butter layer.
  • Use almond butter instead of peanut butter for a different protein.
  • Store in the freezer or refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 0.7mg