Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars Recipe

Indulge in these no-bake Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars! This easy recipe combines crunchy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and a rich chocolate topping for the ultimate sweet and salty treat. Perfect for parties, snacks, or satisfying your chocolate cravings, these bars are incredibly simple to make and even easier to devour. Double the recipe for a crowd-pleasing dessert! The secret to perfectly smooth chocolate? Slice while it's semi-hardened to avoid cracking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 223.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.7 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars

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How to Make Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Cereal Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 11 x 7 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 6 cups crispy rice cereal and 1 cup chopped peanuts. Set aside.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup light corn syrup and 1 cup white sugar.
  4. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  5. Boil for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter or margarine, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until melted and smooth.
  7. Add 3 cups mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted and blended.
  8. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the rice cereal and peanut mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until evenly coated.
  9. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared 11 x 7-inch baking pan. Use the back of a buttered spoon to create an even layer.
  10. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons shortening.
  11. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  12. Immediately pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal bars and spread evenly.
  13. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chocolate is fully set.
  14. Once the chocolate is semi-hardened (but still slightly soft), cut into desired sized bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

19g

Carbs

9g

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