Homemade Crunch Bars

These homemade crunch bars taste better than store bought, are easy to make with only 3 ingredients and have the same crispy, chocolaty taste as your favorite candy bar!

Prep Time: 5

Freezing Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Ingredients

1 ½ cups chocolate chips
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 cup rice krispies
flaked sea salt, optional

Instructions

Prepare baking dish: Line an 8x8 square baking dish with parchment paper.
Melt chocolate and peanut butter: Place 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, and 1/3 cup peanut butter in a medium sized, microwave-safe bowl. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval.
Add rice krispies: When chocolate is smooth and melted, add 1 cup rice krispies and stir well.
Spread in pan: Spread into prepared pan, dust with flaked sea salt (if desired.)
Freeze: Freeze for 15 minutes. Cut into 8 bars.

Notes

Gluten-free: To make these gluten free, make sure you're using a gluten-free krispie. You can also use puffed rice quinoa for a healthier option.

Mix-in's: Feel free to add in mixed nuts or dried fruit. Use a little less cereal.

Storage: Place crunch bars in a freezer safe container and store in the freezer until ready to serve.

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