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Decadent Crunch Bars Recipe

Decadent Crunch Bars Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 13 1x

Description

Chocolate lovers discover a simple homemade crunch bars delight that blends rich cocoa with crispy rice. Effortless preparation meets nostalgic flavor, promising a sweet treat you can craft with minimal ingredients and maximum satisfaction.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups/473 ml milk chocolate chips
  • ¼ teaspoon/1.5 g salt
  • 1 tablespoon/15 ml coconut oil
  • 1 ½ cups/36 g Rice Krispies cereal

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, creating generous overhangs for effortless removal.
  2. Chocolate Foundation: Melt milk chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring at 30-second intervals until achieving a glossy, uniform liquidity. Incorporate a delicate salt sprinkle to elevate the chocolate’s depth.
  3. Crispy Integration: Fold Rice Krispies cereal into the molten chocolate, ensuring each morsel becomes completely enveloped in the rich, velvety coating. Meticulously spread the chocolate-cereal fusion into the prepared dish, using a spatula to create a level, tempting surface.
  4. Setting Process: Allow the confection to stabilize at ambient temperature for 20 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator for 40-60 minutes until the chocolate transforms into a firm, lustrous state.
  5. Portioning: Extract the chocolate slab using parchment paper overhangs and position on a cutting board. Slice into 10 uniform bars or squares, customizing dimensions to personal preference.
  6. Enjoyment: Relish the harmonious blend of decadent chocolate and crisp cereal, celebrating your homemade crunch bar creation.

Notes

  • Parchment Paper Placement: Line the baking dish completely with parchment paper, creating extra edges for effortless bar removal.
  • Chocolate Melting Technique: Use short microwave intervals and stir frequently to prevent chocolate from burning or seizing.
  • Cereal Coating Tip: Fold Rice Krispies gently into melted chocolate to ensure complete and even coverage without crushing the crisp texture.
  • Chilling Strategy: Allow bars to set at room temperature first, then refrigerate to achieve perfect firm consistency without chocolate cracking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 13
  • Calories: 157
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 11 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg