These protein crunch bars taste exactly like the classic candy bar, but they’re way healthier! Loaded with peanut butter, chocolate, and crunchy rice cereal, they have an addictive crispy bite and irresistible flavor!
Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl or stovetop, combine your nut butter with syrup and mix until combined. Add your dry ingredients and mix very well, ensuring it is all fully incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to the lined pan and press firmly in place. Refrigerate until firm. Once firm, use a sharp, slightly wet knife, and cut into 20 bars.
Melt your chocolate chips and moving quickly, use two forks to dip each bar in the melted chocolate, ensuring each one is evenly coated. Repeat until all bars are covered in chocolate and refrigerate until firm.
Notes
TO STORE. Leftover crunch bars can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. I like to wrap the bars between layers of parchment paper so they don’t stick together. TO FREEZE. Transfer leftover crunch bars to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 6 months. Allow frozen bars to thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.