Get ready to transform ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary snack that will have your taste buds dancing! These Crispy Rice and Sesame Bars are not just a treat; they're a culinary adventure that combines the satisfying crunch of toasted sesame seeds with the sweet, sticky embrace of honey and peanut butter. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, busy parents, or anyone craving a quick, delicious energy boost, these bars are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal later.
- In a large, dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they turn golden brown and become fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning. This should take approximately 3-4 minutes. Transfer toasted seeds to a large mixing bowl.
- Add crispy rice cereal to the bowl with toasted sesame seeds and mix gently to combine.
- In a separate saucepan, combine honey and peanut butter. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and well incorporated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the warm honey-peanut butter mixture over the crispy rice and sesame seeds. Use a spatula to mix thoroughly, ensuring all cereal is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing down firmly and evenly with a spatula or clean hands to create a compact layer.
- Refrigerate the pan for about 15-20 minutes to allow the bars to set and become firm.
- Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and place on a cutting board.
- Cut into 16 equal rectangular bars using a sharp knife.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for longer preservation.
Tips
- Toast your sesame seeds slowly and carefully - the difference between perfectly golden and burnt is just seconds!
- Use a non-stick spatula when mixing to ensure even coating of the cereal.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to create compact, sturdy bars.
- For a variation, try using different nut butters like almond or cashew.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting for the cleanest, most professional-looking result.
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain their crisp texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
