Best 5 Vanilla Crunch Bars Recipes

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Vanilla crunch bars are a delightful dessert treat that combines a sweet vanilla filling with a crunchy oat and graham cracker crust. These bars are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and bake sales, or simply as a special treat for your family. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and memorable dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

VANILLA CRUNCH BARS



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Make and share this Vanilla Crunch Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nnreq

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup margarine
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (10 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows
1 (12 ounce) bag chocolate chips
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Beat first seven ingredients for 1 minute.
  • Spread in greased 9x13 pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until spongy looking.
  • Cover with miniature marshmallows.
  • Return to oven for 3-5 minutes til marshmallows are melted.
  • Cool.
  • In microwaveable bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter.
  • Add rice krispies and spread on cooled bars.

PEANUT BUTTER CORNFLAKE CRUNCH BARS



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A very simple to make bar cookie that kids love. Sort of like a peanut butter rice krispie treat, except made with cornflakes.

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Peanut Butter Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup white sugar
1 cup smooth peanut butter
10 cups cornflakes cereal

Steps:

  • Cook syrup and sugar until mixture comes to a boil. Stir constantly; do not overcook.
  • Remove from heat, add peanut butter, and stir until smooth. Pour mixture over cornflakes in a large bowl. Mix until cereal is thoroughly coated.
  • Spread in a buttered 9 x 13 inch pan and press down lightly with buttered hands. When cool, cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 284.3 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

CRUNCH BARS



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Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 26

Number Of Ingredients 11

Cookie base:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for dish
1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Topping:
6 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate or high-quality milk chocolate, finely chopped
1-1 1/2 cups assorted toppings, such as cocoa nibs, crushed candy, toasted chopped almonds and pistachios, lightly toasted coconut, and popcorn
Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Steps:

  • For cookie base:
  • Arrange a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°F. Line the bottom and sides of a 13x9x2" metal or glass baking dish with foil, allowing 2" overhang on either side; butter foil in dish.
  • Using an electric mixer at medium speed, beat 1 cup butter in a large bowl until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add both sugars and salt; continue to beat until mixture is light and creamy, about 3 minutes longer. Beat in vanilla, then slowly mix in flour, beating until entirely incorporated (dough will be wet and sticky).
  • Scrape dough into prepared dish. Using your fingertips, spread into a thin, even layer.
  • Bake cookie base until it is golden brown and has begun to puff and crack, about 22 minutes. DO AHEAD: Base can be made 2 days ahead. Let cool completely and store airtight at room temperature.
  • For topping:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Scatter chopped chocolate evenly over cookie base and bake just until chocolate is soft and has begun to melt, about 2 minutes. Immediately spread chocolate in an even layer over base.
  • Scatter toppings over warm chocolate; lightly but firmly press into chocolate. Sprinkle with salt. Let cool in dish on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Using foil overhang, lift cookie from dish. Place on rack; let cool until chocolate is set, about 2 hours.
  • Carefully remove foil from cookie and slide onto a cutting board. Cut into bars. DO AHEAD: Crunch Bars can be made 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

CHOCOLATE CRUNCH



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Indulge in these chocolate crunch squares whenever you need a sweet treat. They're lovely with a cup of tea or coffee

Provided by Jess Whitehead

Categories     Afternoon tea

Time 45m

Yield Makes 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 7

170g unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for the tin
1 tsp vanilla extract
170g caster sugar
225g self-raising flour
25g cocoa powder
1 large egg, beaten
2 tbsp granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Butter a 20cm square tin and line with baking parchment. Stir the melted butter and vanilla together in a bowl. Mix the caster sugar, flour and cocoa together in another bowl.
  • Pour the bowl of wet ingredients into the dry and beat together, then add the egg and beat again until combined. Press into the prepared tin. Brush the top with water and sprinkle over the granulated sugar.
  • Bake for 30-35 mins. Leave to cool slightly in the tin for 5 mins before slicing into squares and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

COFFEE CRUNCH BARS



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Provided by Leah Reich

Categories     Coffee     Mixer     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Valentine's Day     Kid-Friendly     Almond     Party     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups (firmly packed) dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Whisk first 3 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
  • Using electric mixer, beat butter and sugar in another medium bowl until blended, about 2 minutes. Add espresso powder and almond extract; beat 1 minute. Stir in flour mixture in 3 additions, mixing until just absorbed after each addition. Stir in chocolate chips and almonds (dough will be thick).
  • Turn dough out onto ungreased rimmed baking sheet. Using hands, press dough into 12-inch square. Pierce all over with fork at 1-inch intervals.
  • Bake until edges are lightly browned and beginning to crisp, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool on sheet 1 minute. Cut into 48 bars. Immediately transfer to rack; cool (bars will crisp as they cool). DO AHEAD: Can be made 5 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use a quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • Be sure to chill the dough before baking, this will help the bars hold their shape.
  • Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough bars.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set, as overbaking will make them dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, this will help prevent them from crumbling.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Vanilla Crunch Bars are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your Vanilla Crunch Bars turn out perfect every time. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give Vanilla Crunch Bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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