PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH BARS

I have been eating so good and about the only time I allow myself sugar is an occasional Dove dark chocolate or a couple junior mints but sometimes for a cheat day, you just want something more satisfying. Yet, I wanted to opt for somewhat healthier ingredients. Since Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and I haven’t brought you any sweet treats in a while, I thought it was time. I have made these twice to raves from the peanut gallery. 

So simple, so easy, only 5 ingredients

What you'll need

No Bake Peanut Butter Crunch Bars

INGREDIENTS 

2 3/4 cups crispy Rice Krispie cereal 

1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

1 cup peanut butter (I used reduced fat ONLY because we love the taste)

1/3 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup coconut oil

1 tsp vanilla, optional 

DIRECTIONS

Line the bottom of an 8 x 8” baking pan with parchment paper. I also spray it with nonstick cooking spray. Place the cereal in a large mixing bowl. In a large microwave safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup and coconut oil. Heat in the microwave for 45 seconds stir heat for 30 seconds more and stir again. If desired, mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour the chocolate mixture over the rice crispy cereal and mix until combined well. Pour into the lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least an hour. Remove and cut into bars, big or small. These can be kept at room temperature or in the refrigerator. If cut into 20 bars, they are 80 calories each.

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