Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars Recipe

Craving a delicious and satisfying treat without the guilt? These Swag Bars, originally featured in Cooking Light magazine's January/February 2009 'Lighten Up' section, deliver! A reader-submitted favorite, we've tweaked this recipe to be even more irresistible. Rich peanut butter and crunchy cereal combine with a decadent chocolate topping for the ultimate indulgence. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike! Easily customizable – try substituting honey or brown rice syrup for the corn syrup for an extra layer of flavor.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 171.4 kcal

Protein 11g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Peanut Butter
Sugar
Light Corn Syrup
Dry Roasted Peanuts
Whole Grain Cereal
Cooking Spray
Dark Chocolate

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How to Make Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Combine 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1/4 cup corn syrup in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
Cook for 4 minutes, or until mixture just begins to boil, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup salted peanuts and 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal.
Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
Melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter mixture.
Score the bars into 36 squares while still warm. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for easier cutting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

11g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars?

Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars?

Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars has approximately 171.4 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars?

The key ingredients for Swag Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are Peanut Butter, Sugar, Light Corn Syrup, Dry Roasted Peanuts, Whole Grain Cereal, Cooking Spray. See the full list with measurements above.