Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars are an easy no-bake dessert made with creamy natural peanut butter, crunchy cereal, maple syrup, and a rich chocolate topping. With the perfect combination of salty-sweet peanut butter, crispy crunch, and chocolate, these homemade peanut butter bars are a delicious treat.
Servings 8 Squares
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup all bran flakes
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil divided
- Salt
Instructions
- Line a 6 x 7.5 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, add the peanut butter, maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of the coconut oil, and salt. Mix well until smooth.
- Pour the cereal into a bag and, using your hands, crush until small pieces remain.
- Add the cereal to the bowl with the peanut butter mixture and fold in until it’s well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly throughout. Using your hands or the back of a spoon, press the mixture down so it’s tightly packed in the baking dish. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, add the chocolate chips and remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate on top of the peanut butter mixture, using a spoon to spread it evenly.
- Place in the fridge to harden for at least 1 hour.
- Remove from the fridge and cut into 8 squares (optional: sprinkle with salt before cutting).