No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars: The Ultimate Easy Dessert!
Page 1: Introduction, Ingredients, and Equipment
The Sweetest, Easiest Treat You’ll Ever Make!
Tired of complicated baking? Craving a rich, chocolatey, and delightfully crunchy dessert that requires zero oven time? Look no further! These No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars are the answer to your sweet tooth’s deepest desires. They are incredibly simple to make, perfect for parties , potlucks , or a cozy movie night in . With a creamy, peanut-buttery base and a generous, chip-studded chocolate topping (just like the picture! ), this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and will become your new go-to dessert. Let’s get started on this journey to crunchy, chocolatey heaven!
Ingredients: What You’ll Need
This recipe uses simple pantry staples. Remember to use high-quality ingredients for the best flavour!
For the Crunchy Peanut Butter Base:
Ingredient Quantity Notes
Butter 1 cup (226g) Unsalted, melted.
Peanut Butter 1 $\frac{1}{2}$ cups (375g) Creamy or crunchy, your preference! (Creamy recommended for smoother base).
Icing Sugar 2 cups (240g) Also known as powdered sugar. Sifted is best!
Rice Krispies 4 cups (112g) Or similar crispy rice cereal for the ultimate crunch.
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon For an extra layer of flavour.
For the Rich Chocolate Topping:
Ingredient Quantity Notes
Milk Chocolate Chips 1 $\frac{1}{2}$ cups (255g) The main chocolate for a smooth melt.
Peanut Butter $\frac{1}{2}$ cup (125g) To thin the chocolate and add flavour.
Mini Chocolate Chips (or Chocolate-Coated Candies) $\frac{1}{2}$ cup (85g) For that signature, chip-studded look from the photo!
Essential Equipment
You won’t need much!
9×13 Inch Baking Pan (or an 8×8 for thicker bars)
Parchment Paper (very important for easy removal!)
Large Mixing Bowl
Microwave-Safe Bowl (or a double boiler)
Spatula or Wooden Spoon
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Page 2: Step-by-Step Instructions & Pro Tips
Let’s Get Cooking (Without the Oven!)
Follow these simple steps to create your decadent chocolate crunch bars!
Step 1: Preparing the Pan and Melting the Butter
Line your 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper hangs over the sides (this creates “handles” for later!). This is the secret to easy cleanup and cutting!
In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter . Heat in 30-second intervals until fully liquid.
Step 2: Creating the Peanut Butter Base
To the melted butter, add the 1 $\frac{1}{2}$ cups of peanut butter and the vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the icing sugar (powdered sugar) to the peanut butter mixture. Mix on low speed if using a mixer, or stir with a spatula until fully incorporated. The mixture will be thick!
Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal . Mix until the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture. Be careful not to crush the cereal! We want that CRUNCH.
Step 3: Pressing the Base
Transfer the base mixture into your prepared pan.
Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to firmly and evenly press the mixture into the bottom of the pan. Make sure it’s smooth and compact from edge to edge. A neat base makes for neat bars!
Place the pan in the refrigerator while you prepare the topping.
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