Prep Time: 15 mins
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 16 bars
Calories per bar: ~280
📝 Ingredients
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
- 1 package (11 oz) soft caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (optional, for extra richness)
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil (for smoother chocolate)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2️⃣ In a large bowl, add rice cereal and set aside.
3️⃣ In a microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels with milk (and peanut butter, if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
4️⃣ Pour caramel mixture over the rice cereal and mix until fully coated.
5️⃣ Press mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to firm up slightly.
6️⃣ In another bowl, melt chocolate chips with butter or oil until smooth and pour over the caramel layer. Spread evenly.
7️⃣ Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm.
8️⃣ Cut into bars and enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for best results.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No oven required – super easy!
- Perfect combo of crunch, caramel, and chocolate
- Great for holidays, lunchboxes, and gifting
- Easy to make with pantry staples!
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