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Easy No-Bake Game Day Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

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These easy no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are a quick, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game day. They combine creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and crispy rice cereal for a fudgy, crunchy treat without any baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (90g) crispy rice cereal
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • Optional: chopped peanuts
  • Optional: sea salt flakes
  • Optional: mini chocolate chips mixed with cereal

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Melt chocolate chips and unsalted butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth (about 1-2 minutes), or use a double boiler.
  3. In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously to combine.
  5. Gently fold in crispy rice cereal until evenly coated.
  6. Pour the mixture into the lined pan and press firmly and evenly with a spatula or clean hands.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  8. Lift bars out using parchment overhang and cut into 12 even pieces.

Notes

Use room temperature peanut butter and honey for easier mixing. Press mixture firmly into pan to prevent crumbling. Chill bars for at least 2 hours for best texture. Use a warm knife and wipe clean between cuts for neat edges. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free crispy rice cereal. Variations include using sunflower seed butter for nut-free or dairy-free butter and vegan chocolate chips for vegan adaptation.

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