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No Bake Chocolate Rice Bars

These no bake chocolate rice bars are a quick and easy treat that combine melted chocolate with crunchy rice cereal for a nostalgic, chewy snack. The mixture is pressed into a dish and chilled until firm, resulting in a glossy, crunchy bar with a rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without turning on the oven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g semi-sweet chocolate good quality, chopped or in chips
  • 50 g unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • 3 cups rice cereal puffed rice or rice krispies

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Square baking dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Line your square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium saucepan, gently melt the chopped chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy. You should hear a gentle bubbling and see a shiny sauce forming.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract until fully integrated. The mixture will be fragrant and slightly runny.
  4. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the rice cereal in a large bowl. Gently fold with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated and the mixture starts to stick together.
  5. Transfer the coated cereal mixture into the prepared dish. Use the back of a spatula or damp hands to press firmly and evenly into the dish, creating a compact, shiny layer.
  6. Let the bars set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to speed up the process. The mixture will turn firm and glossy.
  7. Once firm, lift the entire block out of the dish using the parchment overhang. Place on a cutting board and slice into squares with a sharp knife.
  8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. The bars will stay chewy and chocolatey, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.

Notes

For a nuttier crunch, try adding chopped nuts or dried fruit before pressing into the dish. To make it dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter.