About the Recipe
These no-bake peanut butter crunch squares are naturally sweetened, oil-free, and made with just a few simple pantry staples. They come together in minutes and deliver a crunchy peanut butter base topped with a smooth layer of chocolate.
Ingredients
Base:
4 cups certified gluten-free cornflakes
1 cup natural peanut butter (100% peanuts)
¾ cup maple syrup or date paste
1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
1 Tbsp hemp seeds
Top:
1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips, melted
½ cup crushed peanuts
Preparation
Pour cornflakes into a large bowl and crush using the back of your hand or a metal measuring cup.
Add peanut butter, maple syrup, flaxseed, and hemp seeds. Mix until evenly combined.
Press about 2 tablespoons of the mixture into mini brownie pan square silicone molds, leaving room for the chocolate layer. Use any remaining mixture in additional molds or press it firmly into the bottom of a pan. Alternatively, press the entire mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch pan.
Melt chocolate chips in a Pyrex bowl in the microwave for 90 seconds. Stir until smooth; if needed, microwave in 10-second intervals.
Spoon or pour melted chocolate over the base, spread evenly, and sprinkle with crushed peanuts.
Freeze for at least 20 minutes. Remove from molds or pan and cut into squares.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
No animals were harmed during the creation of this recipe!
