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Chex Mix Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars

Chewy, crunchy, and chocolaty, these Chex Mix Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars are the ultimate no-bake treat. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or whenever sweet-and-salty cravings strike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 People
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups Chex cereal corn or rice
  • 1 cup light corn syrup or honey for natural version
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: ¼ tsp sea salt or flaky salt for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula or wax paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Nutrition (per serving / 1 bar):
  • Calories: 230 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 110 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g

Method
 

  1. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  2. In a saucepan, combine corn syrup and sugar. Heat over medium until it just begins to bubble—do not let it boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour the mixture over Chex cereal in a large bowl. Stir quickly and gently to coat evenly.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Press it down using a spatula or wax paper.
  6. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  7. Spread melted chocolate over the bars and smooth out evenly.
  8. Sprinkle with flaky salt if using.
  9. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm. Slice into bars and enjoy!

Notes

Swap corn syrup with honey or maple syrup for a cleaner version.
Use natural peanut butter for a lower sugar option.
Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or frozen up to 2 months.
Try adding mini marshmallows, pretzels, or nuts for flavor variations.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate chips