Description
Homemade Crunch Bars are a delightful treat that combines the satisfying crunch of rice cereal with creamy chocolate and a hint of nostalgia. Perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings, these no-bake bars are easy to make and will have everyone reaching for seconds. Indulge in this simple recipe that allows for customization—add your favorite nuts or dried fruits to make it truly your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups crisp rice cereal
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips and butter until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and fold in mini marshmallows and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gently mix in the rice cereal until fully coated, being careful not to crush the cereal.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and pour in the mixture, pressing down firmly to pack it.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
- Lift out using parchment overhang, slice into bars, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg