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    Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

    Published: Sep 6, 2016 · Modified: Jan 19, 2022 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These crunchy peanut butter bars are made with wholesome ingredients and beat any store-bought crispy treat by a mile!

    Three no bake chocolate peanut butter bars  in a stack.

    I have a really cool job.  And super cool friends.

    My friend Mary, from Barefoot in the Kitchen just released her new cookbook, The Weeknight Dinner Cookbook and I was more than happy to make one of her delicious recipes.

    The Weeknight Dinner Cookbook.

    Who am I kidding?  Since I got the cookbook, I've made the Bow-Tie Pasta with Bacon and Brussels Sprouts (to die for), Mixed Green Salad with Oranges and Cranberries and the Caprese Skillet Chicken (OMG!).  But I decided to share these fabulous crunchy no bake bars with you guys because you all know I am obsessed with all things chocolate and peanut butter.  Just keeping it real here, folks.

    And these bars are sooooo beyond delicious.  Let's just say, I've made them quite a few times and they are a HUGE crowd pleaser.

    Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars recipe in The Weeknight Dinner Cookbook.

    Side note: how ADORABLE is that whisk bookmark?? Thanks Mary!

    Ok, now it's time to talk about these bars.

    Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars on a baking tray.

    They were like candy bars! Only better and healthier.  Did mention they were crazy addictive too? But these babies are guilt-free so that definitely helps.

    I modified them just a touch.  I used dark chocolate instead of semisweet, coconut oil instead of butter (only because I ran out of butter!) and crispy brown rice cereal instead of cornflakes.  That's the beauty of an easy recipe like this, you can totally make it your own. And I am so happy I did!

    Get your copy of The Weeknight Dinner Cookbook (filled with tons of simple, family-friendly recipes) here!

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    Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

    These Crunchy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are so delicious!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert, granola bar, treat, vegetarian
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 16 pieces
    Calories: 225kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips I used dark chocolate
    • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
    • ½ cup honey
    • ¼ cup coconut oil
    • 3 cups crispy brown rice cereal or regular crisp cereal

    Instructions

    • Place the chocolate chips, peanut butter, honey and coconut oil in a large glass mixing bowl.
    • Microwave for 2 minutes on full power.
    • Remove from the microwave and stir until the chocolate has been completely melted and everything is well combined.
    • Line 8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
    • Stir in the cereal and then pour mixture into the pan.
    • Smooth the mixture across the pan and then refrigerate until firm, at least 2-4 hours.
    • Slice with sharp knife and store in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    Notes

    To store in the refrigerator: place in an airtight container for up to 7 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Julie

      December 14, 2017 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      I made these and they taste amazing. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        December 14, 2017 at 2:26 pm

        I love that Julie! Thanks for stopping by to tell me! Happy Holidays!

        Reply
    2. Yiska

      July 21, 2017 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      after i made them once it became THE recipie that Im doing again and again...
      thank alot

      Reply
    3. Kim Beaulieu

      September 09, 2016 at 3:28 am

      These look absolutely scrumptious. I could eat a million of these bars.

      Reply
    4. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet

      September 08, 2016 at 4:11 am

      These sound terrific, my kids would love them and my husband and I would have a hard time staying away, too! 🙂

      Reply
    5. [email protected]+The+Suburban+Soapbox

      September 08, 2016 at 12:51 am

      Oh my gosh! They look amazing....like an extra thick Nestle Crunch bar!!!! And that book looks like a must have.

      Reply
    6. melissa @ treats with a twist

      September 07, 2016 at 10:37 pm

      True story, I have to make these ASAP! They sound like all of my favorite things!

      Reply
    7. Karyn Granrud

      September 07, 2016 at 8:44 pm

      These sound so good!! I love Mary's new book!! YUM!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 07, 2016 at 9:28 pm

        Me too Karyn 🙂

        Reply
    8. Judy Morin

      September 07, 2016 at 4:37 pm

      I do hope you meant "store in" instead of "stop win" in the last sentence!

      Would you like me to edit your copy 'before' you post it?

      Loving is doing,

      Judy Morin
      [email protected]

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 07, 2016 at 4:45 pm

        Thank you Judy! Silly auto-correct 🙂 I corrected it!

        Reply
    9. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life

      September 07, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      These look absolutely amazing! Love that they are so easy to customize using what you have on hand!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 07, 2016 at 4:45 pm

        My family LOVED these Jocelyn!

        Reply
    10. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel

      September 07, 2016 at 11:55 am

      These crunchy bars remind me of a treat I used to have as a kid! They look great!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 07, 2016 at 4:46 pm

        Yes! They are so good Rachel!

        Reply
    11. Mary Younkin

      September 07, 2016 at 12:09 am

      My kids go nuts over these chocolate peanut butter bars. I'm so happy to hear that you loved them just as much! (And that you enjoyed the pasta, chicken, and salad recipes too!) Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        September 07, 2016 at 4:46 pm

        My pleasure, Mary! xo

        Reply

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