Peppermint Cocoa Crunch Bar

Indulge in the festive flavors of the season with these irresistible Peppermint Cocoa Crunch Bars! Combining the rich creaminess of semisweet chocolate with the satisfying crunch of crisp rice cereal, these no-bake treats are a holiday favorite made easy. A hint of peppermint extract infuses every bite with refreshing coolness, while a generous sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies on top adds a delightful pop of texture and wintery charm. Ready in just 20 minutes of active prep time, these bars are perfect for holiday parties, homemade gifts, or as a simple family dessert. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and savor the perfect balance of chocolatey decadence and peppermint crispiness that will leave everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup corn syrup
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups crisp rice cereal
• 0.5 cup crushed peppermint candies
• 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine semisweet chocolate chips, corn syrup, and unsalted butter over low heat.

Step 3

Stir constantly until the chocolate chips and butter have melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.

Step 5

Gently fold in the crisp rice cereal until it is evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to press it down into an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies evenly over the top of the mixture, pressing them lightly into the surface.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.

Step 9

Once set, remove the mixture from the baking dish using the parchment paper and cut it into 16 bars.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(990.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4161.5

Total Fat 122.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2334.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 745.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 414.0g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.0mg	0%
Iron 108.0mg	0%
Potassium 1575.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.8%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 69.7%