School Days Peanut Butter Chews

Take a nostalgic bite out of childhood with these irresistible School Days Peanut Butter Chews! This no-bake recipe combines rich, creamy peanut butter, crunchy crispy rice cereal, and a hint of vanilla for a perfectly chewy treat that's ready in just 15 minutes. Sweetened with granulated sugar and light corn syrup, these bars deliver a delightful balance of sweetness and texture that's ideal for lunchbox snacks, bake sales, or simple indulgence. Pressed into a 9x13-inch pan and set at room temperature, they’re easy to make and even easier to love. Perfectly chewy, peanut-buttery, and bursting with simplicity, these classic dessert bars are a must-try for lovers of retro recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup peanut butter (creamy)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 cups crispy rice cereal
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing pan, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to bubble and the sugar is fully dissolved (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 3

Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gently fold in the crispy rice cereal, stirring until all the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.

Step 5

Quickly transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press it down evenly with a spatula or your hands (lightly greased to prevent sticking).

Step 6

Allow the mixture to cool completely, about 20-30 minutes at room temperature, before cutting into squares or bars.

Step 7

Serve and enjoy your chewy, peanut buttery treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1487.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6091.2

Total Fat 142.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 31.4mg	0%
Sodium 5632.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1126.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 496.4g
Protein 107.4g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 151.8mg	0%
Iron 90.8mg	0%
Potassium 2213.5mg	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: 20.6%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 72.5%