Here’s a simple, no-bake recipe for Homemade Crunch Bars — crispy, chocolatey, and peanut buttery. Perfect for a quick treat or dessert tray.

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🍫🥜 Homemade Crunch Bars

Makes: 12–16 bars

Ingredients

Base Layer

• 2 cups crispy rice cereal

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter

• 1 cup powdered sugar

Chocolate Layer

• 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 2 tbsp peanut butter

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Instructions

1. Prep

• Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

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2. Make the peanut butter base

1. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter + peanut butter together until smooth.

2. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar.

3. Fold in crispy rice cereal until coated.

4. Press mixture firmly into the prepared pan.

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3. Make the chocolate topping

1. Melt chocolate chips and 2 tbsp peanut butter in the microwave or a double boiler until smooth.

2. Spread evenly over the peanut butter-cereal base.

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4. Chill

• Refrigerate at least 1–2 hours until firm.

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5. Slice and serve

• Lift bars out using the parchment overhang.

• Cut into squares or rectangles and enjoy!

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Tips

• Add chopped nuts, mini marshmallows, or pretzel pieces for extra texture.

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

• For faster setting, pop bars in the freezer for 20–30 minutes.

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I can also give a microwave version that’s ready in 10 minutes if you want an ultra-quick treat.

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