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No-Bake Chocolate Rice Bars

These No-Bake Chocolate Rice Bars are a quick and nostalgic treat made by melting dark chocolate with butter and honey, then folding in crunchy rice cereal. Once pressed into a pan and chilled, they set into firm, glossy bars with a satisfying crunch and rich chocolate flavor, perfect for impromptu snacking and sharing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g dark chocolate Good quality, chopped
  • 50 g butter Salted or unsalted
  • 1 tbsp honey or corn syrup Adds chewiness and sweetness
  • 3 cups puffed rice cereal Classic rice cereal
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Optional but recommended
  • Optional sea salt or chopped nuts For sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment-lined pan
  • Butter knife

Method
 

  1. Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces for easy melting.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate and butter into a medium saucepan and melt over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy. You'll smell a rich cocoa aroma as it melts.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the honey and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. The mixture should be smooth and shiny.
  4. Gently fold in the puffed rice cereal, ensuring each piece is coated with the chocolate mixture. The cereal should become evenly glossy and slightly sticky.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a parchment-lined pan and press down firmly with the back of a spatula or your fingers to create an even layer. This helps the bars hold together once set.
  6. Let the bars cool at room temperature for about an hour, or refrigerate for 30 minutes until they are firm and set. You'll hear a satisfying crack when you press on them once they're ready.
  7. Using a sharp, damp knife, cut the set mixture into squares or rectangles. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean edges.
  8. Optional: sprinkle a pinch of sea salt or chopped nuts on top of the cut bars for extra flavor and texture, then serve and enjoy!

Notes

For a dairy-free version, swap butter with coconut oil. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for longer freshness. They can also be frozen for up to a month.