Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars

Caramel chocolate crunch bars are a simple no-bake dessert with layers of sweet caramel, smooth chocolate, and a crunchy base. These bars are perfect for holidays, parties, or as a quick treat when you need something sweet. They combine rich flavors and textures that everyone will love.

Why You’ll Love These Bars

• Easy, no-bake recipe with simple ingredients.

• Sweet, salty, and crunchy all in one bite.

• Perfect for gifting or serving at gatherings.

• Stores well, making them ideal for make-ahead desserts.

Ingredients

• 2 cups crispy rice cereal

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ½ cup light corn syrup or honey

• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

• 1 cup caramel candies, unwrapped

• 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

Instructions

1. Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper.

2. Spread the crispy rice cereal evenly in the prepared pan.

3. In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat. Stir until the mixture begins to bubble.

4. Add sweetened condensed milk and caramel candies. Stir constantly until smooth and combined.

5. Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the cereal layer, pressing gently with a spatula to spread.

6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

7. Pour melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.

8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.

9. Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares or rectangles.

Tips and Variations

• Sprinkle sea salt on top of the chocolate for salted caramel bars.

• Swap crispy rice cereal for crushed pretzels or cornflakes for a different crunch.

• Use dark chocolate or white chocolate for a flavor twist.

• Double the recipe for a 9×13-inch pan if serving a crowd.

• Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Serving Ideas

These bars are perfect for holiday dessert trays, bake sales, or as a sweet gift wrapped in decorative boxes. Serve them cold for a firm, crunchy texture or at room temperature for a softer bite.

Caramel chocolate crunch bars are a quick, delicious treat with layers of texture and flavor, making them a favorite for any occasion.