No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Health score
1%
No Bake Peanut Butter Bars
30 min.
24
254kcal

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If you're in the mood for a deliciously indulgent treat but don't want to turn on the oven, our No Bake Peanut Butter Bars are the perfect solution! These bars are a delightful fusion of creamy peanut butter, buttery goodness, and a satisfying crunch from crispy rice cereal, all topped off with a luscious layer of melted chocolate. They’re simple to make, taking just 30 minutes to whip up, and the best part? You can satisfy a crowd with 24 generous servings!

Whether you're hosting a party, packing lunches for the kids, or just craving a sweet snack, these bars are sure to please. The combination of rich peanut butter and sweet chocolate creates a flavor harmony that's hard to resist. With their easy preparation and no-bake nature, you can have a delicious dessert ready without any fuss.

Plus, they’re perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual get-togethers. Just imagine serving these delightful bars to your friends, who will be amazed by how delicious they are, aware only of the fact that you didn’t spend hours in the kitchen! Treat yourself and your loved ones to the creamy, crunchy goodness of No Bake Peanut Butter Bars—you won't regret it!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • cups confectioners' sugar 
  • cups creamy peanut butter 
  • cups rice cereal crispy
  • cup semi chocolate chips 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • double boiler
  • baking pan
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, stir together the butter, peanut butter and confectioners' sugar until well blended.
  2. Mix in the rice cereal so that it is evenly distributed. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  3. In the microwave or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  4. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter bars. Refrigerate until set before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein8.32%
Fat60.29%
Carbs31.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.67
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.6704348014749%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:253.52kcal
12.68%
Fat:17.72g
27.26%
Saturated Fat:6.26g
39.14%
Carbohydrates:20.76g
6.92%
Net Carbohydrates:19.09g
6.94%
Sugar:14.79g
16.44%
Cholesterol:10.62mg
3.54%
Sodium:123.71mg
5.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.45mg
2.15%
Protein:5.5g
11%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.75%
Vitamin B3:3.01mg
15.03%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.1%
Magnesium:50.33mg
12.58%
Phosphorus:96.27mg
9.63%
Copper:0.19mg
9.51%
Fiber:1.66g
6.66%
Folate:22.23µg
5.56%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.17%
Iron:0.92mg
5.11%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.91%
Potassium:167.83mg
4.8%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.2%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.84%
Selenium:1.86µg
2.66%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.56%
Vitamin A:121.93IU
2.44%
Calcium:16.63mg
1.66%
Source:Allrecipes