Description
The Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Cake Bars Recipe is a no-bake dessert or snack made by combining crushed rice cakes with a sticky binder of peanut butter and a liquid sweetener. Unlike traditional granola bars that might require baking to set the oats, these bars rely on the refrigeration process to firm up the healthy fats and sugars. The result is a bar that is incredibly crispy on the inside and silky smooth on the outside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 plain rice cakes (crushed)
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare base
Crush rice cakes into small pieces and place in a bowl. - Mix peanut butter layer
Add peanut butter, honey/maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Mix until sticky and well combined. - Combine
Stir crushed rice cakes into the peanut butter mixture until fully coated. - Press into pan
Line a small tray or dish with parchment paper. Press mixture evenly into it. - Melt chocolate
Melt chocolate chips (and coconut oil if using) until smooth. - Top & chill
Pour chocolate over the base and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm. - Slice & serve
Cut into bars and enjoy!
Notes
These peanut butter protein bars are packed with energy and protein—perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
Keywords: No-bake rice cake treats, healthy chocolate peanut butter bars, puffed rice snack bars, homemade crispy rice cakes with chocolate.