Description
Learn how to make delicious and crunchy peanut butter crunch with our ultimate guide. Perfect for snack lovers and dessert enthusiasts!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients List
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Heat the Peanut Butter Mixture
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 cup of light corn syrup.
- Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble. Avoid boiling the mixture to prevent burning.
- Combine with Cereal
- Remove the saucepan from heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and stir to combine.
- In a large mixing bowl, add 6 cups of crispy rice cereal.
- Pour the hot peanut butter mixture over the cereal and quickly mix until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Spread in the Pan
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan.
- Use a spatula to spread it evenly, pressing down gently to ensure a uniform thickness.
- Optional Chocolate Topping
- If desired, sprinkle 1 cup of chocolate chips over the top while the mixture is still warm.
- Allow the chocolate to melt slightly, then spread it evenly over the top with a spatula.
- Cool and Set
- Allow the peanut butter crunch to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or until fully set.
- Once set, lift the parchment paper to remove the crunch from the pan.
- Cut into squares or bars and serve.
Notes
- Using Different Sweeteners: Experiment with various natural sweeteners like agave syrup, stevia, or monk fruit for a lower-calorie option.
- Adding Flavors: Enhance your peanut butter crunch with additional flavors such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or a hint of almond extract for a unique twist.
- Texture Adjustments: For a firmer texture, add more cereal to the mixture. For a softer texture, reduce the cereal quantity slightly.