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Homemade Crunch Bars

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Homemade Crunch Bars (Better Than Store-Bought!)

Are you craving that irresistible, nostalgic snap of a classic candy bar but want to skip the artificial ingredients and preservatives? You have just found your new go-to treat. These Homemade Crunch Bars are the ultimate copycat recipe, delivering an unbelievable texture and rich chocolate flavor that entirely outshines anything you can buy in the candy aisle.

Whether you are whipping up a quick dessert for a gathering, preparing a fun after-school snack, or just looking to satisfy your own sweet tooth, this recipe is a total game-changer. It requires only five simple ingredients, takes merely five minutes of active preparation time, and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

Here is absolutely everything you need to know to perfect these incredibly easy, no-bake copycat crunch bars right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips paleo or vegan, if desired
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy; can substitute almond or sunflower seed butter
  • ½ cup maple syrup or keto maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut oil can substitute grass-fed butter

Instructions

  • Prep: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the edges for easy removal.
  • Dry Ingredients: Pour the crispy rice cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Melt: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until completely melted, glossy, and smooth.
  • Combine: Pour the warm melted chocolate mixture over the crispy rice cereal. Gently fold with a spatula from the bottom up until all the cereal is evenly coated.
  • Set: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly and evenly into an even layer using the back of your spatula.
  • Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is completely firm to the touch.
  • Serve: Lift the block out using the parchment paper edges. Place on a cutting board and cut into neat squares or bars. Enjoy!

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