Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy with these Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars. Easy to make and no baking required!
Ingredients
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Crispy Rice Layer:
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
Caramel Topping:
- 1 bag (11 ounces) caramels (unwrapped)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crispy Rice Layer: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter in the microwave, then stir in crispy rice cereal. Press mixture into the pan.
- Make the Caramel Topping: Melt caramels with heavy cream in the microwave until smooth. Pour over the cereal layer and spread evenly. Add chopped peanuts if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cut into squares and enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Try using dark chocolate for a richer flavor
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for a sweet-salty twist
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
