I used a cookie sheet with sides (lined with parchment) and put them in the freezer. Good luck! They’re so easy to make, ready in less than 30 minutes and taste like a combination between a peanut butter cup and a rice krispie treat. It is all natural and good for you. Instead of adding maple syrup to the chocolate I would maybe use a sweeter chocolate (less than 85%). Feel free to use honey, brown rice syrup or coconut syrup instead of maple syrup. (low carb, vegan, gluten free), Coconut & Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars. Fortunately, my sister is gluten-free for inflammation issues, and it ended up not being a big deal for her. Wow these are fantastic !

We substituted butter for the coconut oil and it was rich and delicious! Get my best easy tips for healthy baking in this free email series! From age 3 – 65, everyone LOVED! I just thought I’d clear up your obvious confusion. I just wanted to add that many people who are allergic to peanuts are also allergic to tree nuts. For some reason my ND recommended that specifically instead of the collagen, but I’m unfamiliar with cooking/baking with either. Any ideas on what to use instead of the brown rice crispies? If you try these peanut butter rice krispie treats, be sure to rate it below and let me know how you liked them. do you think that adding a nut butter is necessary to this recipe. Filed Under: 5 INGREDIENTS OR LESS, DESSERT/SNACKS, Serving amount please? It’s easy and quick to put together. Thanks for a yummy recipe that won’t make me feel guilty like eating ice cream does lol. I love a treat that packs health into it. These are delish and so easy! There’s no refined sugar or marshmallows involved and the bars are made with only 6 ingredients (or 7 if you make them with a little protein powder!).

Aren’t they?!

I’ve never heard of that beyond Rice Krispies, and did not see any similar options at the store. oh my gosh Michelle you scared me when I first read that!

You can also find us sharing more recipes on PINTEREST and FACEBOOK. I have a similar recipe that uses puffed quinoa instead of Rice Krispies. Do you mean no processed sugar? All my thanks for creating this recipe and sharing it. However, if someone is gluten-free for something like Celiac’s Disease, this could be a bigger problem. Just let them thaw out a bit. Delicious! these have become a go to recipe whenever I’m craving something sweet or hosting!

Let me know if you give it a try! We’ve never made it that far! I kept these simple as you can see. Love, love, love these! Could you determine and post nutrition facts such as calories, fat, etc? I have a huge bottle to use up. I love that no corn syrup or other refined sugars! Really though, they are incredible! Sprinkle bars with fancy sea salt, then cut into 16 bars and enjoy! Required fields are marked *. © HappilyUnprocessed.

My husband is a huge fan of all things peanut butter and chocolate so these were a HIT in our house! So happy to hear that! I took them to a 4th of July party and they were a hit! Where is the link to the cereal? Yes exactly. Your email address will not be published. xo! Honey is NO form of sugar.

I have made so many and always get lots of compliments! I just made these with the following adjustments: I used rice malt syrup to make them sugar free and I substituted the peanut butter for homemade sunflower seed butter to make them a school friendly nut free treat. Microwave on high in 30 second intervals, stirring in-between, until chocolate is completely melted. Absolutely! And peanut butter. Definitely making again! I’m wondering if anyone has tried making these with agave nectar?

What type of brown rice cereal do you use, or where can I find it? , You bet!

Do you think these would stay together using just honey?

They are gluten free and naturally sweetened using honey. Thanks for the recipe . Feel free to use cashew, tahini, almond or sunflower butter in place of the peanut butter. I made these with almond butter. Highly recommend! Heat the honey, peanut butter, vanilla and salt in a pan over low heat until it all melts together. You’re right that traditional Rice Krispies cereal is not certified gluten free, which is why we indicate in the recipe to use crispy brown rice cereal. And also if I use 75%dark chocolate I guess I can use less maple syrup? We are a (partially) gluten free house and I’m always trying to find gluten free healthy food for my daughter to snack on and… I’ll be totally honest …..  it’s hard. These are amazing! I’ve added an additional note to be sure to double check the brand you’re using to make sure they are certified GF as well! Your additions/substitutions are terrific! I have done this recipe 5 times now.

Enjoy! It reminds me of a crunchy reeses pieces. Definitely will make again. Get my BEST tips to add more veggies into your diet in this FREE email series.