Chipits No-Bake Cereal Bars

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Servings: 48 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crunchy cornflake bars bound with a sweet peanut butter and chocolate glaze
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Chipits No-Bake Cereal Bars

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 48 Calories: 2203.9

Description

These no-bake cereal bars are the ultimate quick treat for when you crave something crunchy, chewy, and deeply satisfying. The base combines toasted corn flakes with a rich mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and peanut butter chips, creating a sturdy yet tender bar that holds together perfectly. Topped with a smooth layer of melted chocolate and remaining peanut butter chips, they offer a delightful contrast of textures. Perfect for school lunches, potlucks, or an after-school snack, these bars require no oven time and come together in minutes using pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place a 13x9-inch baking pan on the counter and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray; set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
  5. Stir in one cup of the peanut butter chips until they are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  6. Add the corn flakes cereal to the saucepan and stir gently until every flake is evenly coated with the binding mixture.
  7. Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared pan and press down firmly with the back of a spoon or spatula to create an even layer.
  8. In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler), melt the remaining peanut butter chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips together, stirring until smooth.
  9. Carefully spread the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture evenly over the pressed cereal base.
  10. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least one hour, or until the topping is completely set.
  11. Lift the slab out of the pan if necessary, then cut into individual bars before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 48

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2203.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 89.5g138%
Saturated Fat 31.6g158%
Cholesterol 69.9mg24%
Sodium 1599.4mg67%
Total Carbohydrate 336.4g113%
Dietary Fiber 61.9g248%
Sugars 102.1g
Protein 37.4g75%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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