Description
Chocolate and crispy rice meld perfectly in these homemade crunch bars, creating an irresistible sweet treat. Crunchy, rich, and simple to prepare, these bars bring professional bakery flavor straight to home kitchens with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate:
- 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet or milk chocolate chips
Cereal:
- 2 cups (50 grams) crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut oil or unsalted butter
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 grams) salt
Instructions
- Prepare a parchment-lined baking pan, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides for easy chocolate removal.
- Create a double boiler or use a microwave-safe bowl to gently melt chocolate chips with coconut oil, stirring periodically to achieve a silky, uniform consistency without scorching.
- Remove melted chocolate from heat source and allow it to cool slightly, preventing potential cereal sogginess.
- Carefully incorporate crispy rice cereal into the melted chocolate, using a spatula to ensure each grain receives an even chocolate coating without crushing the delicate texture.
- Transfer the chocolate-cereal mixture into the prepared pan, using smooth, deliberate motions to distribute the blend evenly and eliminate air pockets.
- Tap the pan gently against the countertop to release any trapped bubbles and create a level surface.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator, allowing the chocolate to set completely, which typically requires approximately 60-90 minutes.
- Once fully hardened, lift the chocolate slab from the pan using the parchment paper edges as handles.
- Slice into uniform squares or rectangular bars using a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for precise edges.
- Store the crunch bars in an airtight container within the refrigerator to maintain their crisp texture and prevent melting.
Notes
- Select high-quality chocolate for a rich, luxurious taste that elevates the entire dessert experience.
- Use gluten-free crispy rice cereal to make this treat suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark, milk, or white to create unique flavor variations.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before chilling to enhance the chocolate’s depth and create a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg