Peanut Butter Crunch Bar Recipe
Fresh Berries, Salted Caramel
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Add-ins
Salted Caramel Drizzle
Method
Prepare the Base
- 1
Mix the Base Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- 2
Add Nuts and Cereal
Fold in the chopped nuts and crispy rice cereal until evenly distributed. Gently mix in the fresh berries.
- 3
Press into Pan
Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the dish and press down firmly to create an even layer.
Make the Salted Caramel
- 4
Prepare Caramel
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the mixture begins to boil.
- 5
Add Sea Salt
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt.
Combine and Chill
- 6
Drizzle Caramel
Pour the salted caramel over the pressed mixture in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- 7
Chill and Cut
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. Once set, lift out of the pan and cut into bars.
