Crunchy Peanut Butter Bars
These Crunchy Peanut Butter Bars are a delightful blend of creamy and crunchy, topped with rich chocolate!
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup melted salted butter
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup dark or milk chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
Instructions
- Start by lining a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit overhanging on the sides.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted salted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Mix well until smooth.
- Stir in the creamy peanut butter until completely combined.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly and evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture and spread it evenly across the top.
- Place the baking pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is set.
- Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x9-inch Baking Pan
- Spatula
- Microwave-Safe Bowl
- Parchment Paper
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.
- Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature.