Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup honey
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Mix until smooth.
3. Add crispy rice cereal, quick oats, and chopped peanuts to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
4. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly with a wooden spoon.
6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
7. Once firm, remove from the baking dish and cut into bars or squares.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour (refrigeration time)
Temperature:
Refrigerate at 40°F or below.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12-16 bars or squares.
Nutritional information:
Serving size: 1 bar or square
Calories: 280
Total fat: 15g
Saturated fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 105mg
Total carbohydrates: 32g
Dietary fiber: 3g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter or almond butter.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Crispy rice cereal can be substituted with corn flakes or puffed rice cereal.
- Quick oats can be substituted with old-fashioned oats.
- Chopped peanuts can be substituted with chopped almonds or cashews.
- Mini chocolate chips can be substituted with regular chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup of shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
- Substitute the peanuts with dried cranberries or raisins for a fruity flavor.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the bars for a decadent touch.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a spatula to press the mixture down firmly into the baking dish.
- If the mixture is too sticky, wet your hands with water before pressing it down into the baking dish.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Storage instructions:
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
These bars are best served cold, but if you prefer them warm, microwave for 10-15 seconds.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the bars on a platter and sprinkle with chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
These bars make a great snack on their own, but you can also serve them with fresh fruit or yogurt.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add more peanut butter or honey.
- If the mixture is too wet, add more crispy rice cereal or oats.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
The combination of peanut butter and crispy rice cereal has been a popular snack for decades. This recipe adds a sweet twist with the addition of honey and mini chocolate chips.
Flavor profiles:
These bars are sweet, nutty, and crunchy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve these bars as a snack or dessert.
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