Best 8 Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars, a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. These irresistible treats feature a rich chocolate ganache layer sandwiched between two layers of crispy peanut butter filling, all coated in a luscious chocolate shell. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, followed by the creamy smoothness of peanut butter and the decadent richness of chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are sure to be a hit with chocolate and peanut butter enthusiasts alike.

In addition to the classic Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars, we also offer a variety of tempting variations to satisfy every craving. For those who prefer a nutty twist, our Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars with Roasted Peanuts add an extra layer of crunch and flavor. If you're a fan of salted caramel, our Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars with Salted Caramel Swirl will delight your taste buds with its sweet and salty combination. And for those who love a hint of mint, our Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars with Mint Chocolate Ganache offer a refreshing and invigorating twist.

No matter which variation you choose, our Chocolate Peanut Butter Crisp Bars are sure to become a favorite treat. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CRISPY BARS



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These chocolate peanut butter crispy bars are like modern-day scotcheroos! This recipe is easy to make with wholesome pantry ingredients, and it's naturally sweetened with honey instead of corn syrup. Keep in mind that these no-bake treats require 2 hours in the refrigerator to set. Recipe yields 16 small treats from one 8-inch square pan (or double the recipe to fill a 9 by 13-inch pan).

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups brown rice crisps*
1 1/4 cups whole pecans, chopped, divided
¾ cup creamy peanut butter (plus a pinch of salt if your peanut butter is unsalted)
½ cup honey
1 ½ cups (9 ounces) chocolate chips*
1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt or 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line an 8-inch square baking dish with a strip of parchment paper, cut to fit neatly across the base and up opposite sides. In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown rice crisps and 1 cup of the chopped pecans (reserve the rest for sprinkling on top). Set both aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter and honey. Warm the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring often, until it's steaming or you catch a bubble or two forming on the bottom, about 5 minutes. (We don't want this mixture to come to a boil or the peanut butter could scorch.)
  • Pour the warm mixture into the bowl of rice crisps. Using a rubber or silicone spatula, stir until the mixture is completely combined. Transfer it all to the lined baking dish. Press down with the spatula to spread it fairly evenly, then switch to a large, sturdy glass with a flat bottom (maybe a working jar or mason jar or what-have-you) and press down firmly all over, including the corners. You really want to pack it down (it's ok if you hear some crunching noises). Lastly, use your hands to ensure that it's evenly compacted.
  • Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring after each one. Don't overdo it. The chocolate is done when it's about 90% melted-keep stirring off the heat and the pieces should completely dissolve. (Alternately, you can use melt it in a heat-proof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water.)
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter-crispy mixture. Use a clean spatula to spread it evenly all over. Make some pretty chocolate swooshes if you'd like. Sprinkle the remaining pecans on top, followed by the salt.
  • Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to a day. To slice, carefully grab both sides of the parchment paper and lift it out of the baking dish. Use a sharp chef's knife to make 4 even columns and 4 even rows-to minimize the risk of cracking the chocolate, carefully apply even pressure from above the knife to press straight down, rather than sawing from one edge across.
  • These bars will keep well at room temperature for up to 1 week, or for several months in the freezer. Store in an air-tight container either way.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Sugar 19.6 g, Sodium 118.8 mg, Fat 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CRISP BARS



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Tell the kids to roll up their sleeves and help make these crunchy, chocolaty bars. They're easy and will surely satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. -Kathy Mitchell, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 sleeves butter-flavored crackers (about 80 crackers)
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the cracker crumbs, sugars, butter and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 5 minutes longer., Place a single layer of crackers in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. dish; top with half of crumb mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining crackers., In a small saucepan, combine the butterscotch chips, chocolate chips and peanut butter. Cook and stir until smooth. Pour over crackers. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER CRISPY BARS



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These delicious three layer bars are made with chocolate, peanut butter, coconut flakes, and puffed rice. They are perfect for breakfast or a tasty snack.

Categories     Breakfasts & Brunch     Bars     Healthy     Peanut Butter     Cereal     Coconut     Snack

Time 3h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 18

honey
peanut butter
crisp rice cereal
wheat germ
rolled oats
cocoa powder
coconut, shredded (desiccated)
peanut butter
dark chocolate
honey
peanut butter
crisp rice cereal
wheat germ
rolled oats
cocoa powder
coconut, shredded (desiccated)
peanut butter
dark chocolate

Steps:

  • To make the bottom layer: Heat a medium-sized saucepan under medium-low heat. Add honey and peanut butter, and mix well. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the cereal, wheat germ or flax seeds, oats, and dark cocoa powder until well combined. Transfer the mixture into a square baking pan (8-by 8-inch or 9-by-9-inch) lined with parchment paper, press firmly. To make the middle layer: Add the peanut butter into a medium bowl. Process the coconut flakes in a food processor until finely ground. Transfer to the bowl with peanut butter, stir with a wooden spoon until well mixed. Place the mixture over the bottom layer, smooth the surface with a wooden spatula until the bottom layer is completely and evenly covered. Place in the refrigerator until it sets, about 1 hour; or freeze for about 20 minutes. To make the top layer: Melt the chocolate in a medium bowl over a saucepan over boiling water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth and spread melted chocolate over the second layer with a rober spatular. Allow chocolate layer to cool to room temperature, then put in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until it sets completely. When it sets, take it out of the frige, lift the parchment paper out of the pan, and place on a cutting board. Cut into small squares. Put the squares in an air-tight container and keep it refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER RICE CRISPY BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: brown rice cereal, natural peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, dark chocolate, coconut oil

Provided by Tiffany Lo

Categories     Snacks

Yield 10 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups brown rice cereal
1 cup natural peanut butter
½ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup dark chocolate, melted
2 tablespoons coconut oil

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe bowl, heat the natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract for 1 minute. Mix well.
  • Add the brown rice cereal to the mixture and combine.
  • After well combined, pour into a greased or parchment lined baking dish and evenly spread.
  • Chill until solid.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, heat the dark chocolate and coconut oil. Mix well.
  • After the crispy mixture is solid, cut into pieces.
  • Dip the bottoms of the bars into the dark chocolate. Drizzle remaining chocolate on top.
  • Chill again until solid. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 25 grams

CHEWY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 25 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup unsweetened peanut butter
7 cups cereal flakes, such as Special K
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
Flaky salt
Sprinkles, for topping, if desired

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray and line with parchment so that wings come up the sides by 1 inch.
  • In a large pot, combine the sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and salt over medium heat and cook until the sugar is melted. Stir in the peanut butter, then the cereal. Pour into the prepared pan and pack it down firmly and evenly with a spatula. Scatter the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips all over the top.
  • Bake until the chips are melty, about 3 minutes. Use an offset spatula to spread the melted chips in an even layer all over the top. Sprinkle with flaky salt and sprinkles if using and allow to set at room temperature or in the fridge. Slice into 25 squares.

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT CRISP BARS



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Whenever I take an assortment of cookies and bars anywhere, these are always the first thing to disappear. 'Nuff said. (But I will just add - cut them small, they are rich!)

Provided by Jenny Sanders

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h15m

Yield 60 small squares

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup peanut butter
2/3 cup honey
1 cup good semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
4 cups crispy rice cereal

Steps:

  • Melt the peanut butter and honey in a very large pot, stirring frequently.
  • When hot through, remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips until they melt.
  • Add the vanilla.
  • Stir in the peanuts and rice crisps.
  • Press into an oiled 9"x 13" inch pan.
  • Chill and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 65.2, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 5.3, Protein 2.2

GLUTEN-FREE CRISPY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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Eating gluten free? Dairy free? No problem. These bars are both! Creamy peanut butter and oven toasted rice cereal combine for a gluten-free, dairy-free treat the whole family will love.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
5 cups oven toasted rice cereal
1/2 cup dairy-free semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Spray 9- or 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat honey, sugar and coconut oil just to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter. Stir in cereal until evenly coated. Press firmly in pan (some cereal will break up).
  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and peanut butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir until smooth. Pour chocolate mixture evenly over bars; spread to evenly cover. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 80 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER RICE CRISPY BARS



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Peanut Butter and Chocolate rice crispy bars. I got the recipe from a friend of the family after years of begging for it. Everyone loves these, they have always been a big hit at the school sporting event snack stands.

Provided by Teri G.

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup Karo syrup
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • Measure out rice crispies and set aside in large bowl.
  • In saucepan combine sugar and karo. Bring just to simmer, then add the peanut butter and stir. Do not let the sugar mixture boil.
  • Stir peanut butter mixture into rice crispies and stir quickly. It will start to harden immediately. Pour mixture into a 9x12 pan and flatten out evenly across pan.
  • combine chocolate and butterscotch chips into saucepan and melt over a double boiler and stir constantly. When melted pour over peanut butter mixture. Let it set.
  • When set, cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.9, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 8.2, Sodium 220.2, Carbohydrate 70.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 43.6, Protein 7.2

Tips:

  • Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth and creamy filling.
  • If you don't have chocolate chips, you can use chopped chocolate or even cocoa powder.
  • To make the bars extra gooey, add a layer of marshmallow fluff between the peanut butter and chocolate layers.
  • For a fun twist, try using different types of peanut butter, such as honey roasted or crunchy.
  • Be sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting them, otherwise they will be too soft and crumbly.

Conclusion:

These chocolate peanut butter crisp bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a crispy chocolate crust, a creamy peanut butter filling, and a rich chocolate topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these chocolate peanut butter crisp bars a try!

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