Raw Caramel Peanut Crunch Bars

Decadent no-bake bars featuring a date and peanut butter caramel base studded with puffed rice and crunchy peanuts, topped with dark chocolate. These healthy-ish treats are naturally sweetened and perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.

12 servings
44 min

Ingredients

  • 20 whole soft fresh dates
  • cup smooth natural peanut butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup puffed brown rice
  • ½ cup unsalted peanuts
  • 80 g raw organic dark chocolate

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Line a 10cm x 20cm loaf tin with non-stick baking paper.

    2 min

  2. 2.

    Place the dates, peanut butter and vanilla in a food processor and process for 2-4 minutes or until the mixture comes together into a paste. Transfer to a large bowl, add the puffed rice and peanuts and mix to combine. Using the back of a spoon, press the mixture into the base of the tin (see note).

    7 min

  3. 3.

    Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (the bowl shouldn't touch the water) and stir until melted. Pour the chocolate over the slice and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until set. Remove the slice from the tin and cut into bars using a hot knife. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

    35 min

  4. 4.

    Keep bars refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.