Add these Peanut Butter Crunch Bars to your must-make list. Creamy chocolate, crunchy peanuts, and coconut flakes combine into a memorable no-bake treat that’s gluten-free and made without added sugar when you use sugar-free ingredients.
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This simple no-bake dessert is what you get when Crunch Bars, Mounds Bars, and Paydays meet—only cleaner and easier. Made with readily available pantry ingredients, these bars are an excellent sugar-free, low-carb option for dessert, snacks, or a sweet treat after a meal.
Why You’ll Love These Homemade Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
- The flavor combination—chocolate, peanut butter, and shredded coconut—is irresistible.
- Adding peanut butter to the melted chocolate creates a silky, creamy texture that balances the crunch of peanuts and coconut.
- They’re no-bake and come together quickly with minimal effort, making them perfect for busy days or last-minute dessert needs.
Ingredients Needed to Make This Peanut Butter Crunch Chocolate Bar
Exact ingredient amounts are listed in the recipe card further down the page.
- Sugar-free chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar substitute (confectioners-style)
- Coconut oil
- Unsweetened crunchy peanut butter
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
- Dry roasted unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
How to Make No-Bake Peanut Butter Crunch Bars — Quick Overview
This overview summarizes the main steps. For full measurements and detailed instructions, see the recipe card below.
- Line an 8″ x 8″ dish with parchment paper.
- Over low heat, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil and peanut butter, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and fold in the powdered sugar substitute, shredded coconut, and chopped peanuts.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, spread evenly, and refrigerate until firm.
Chill for at least four hours before slicing into bars. These keep well in the refrigerator and are perfect for making ahead.
More Chocolate Dessert Ideas
- Keto Chocolate Heaven Dessert — a rich, sugar-free layered dessert for chocolate lovers.
- Keto Double Chocolate Chip Cookies — soft, low-carb cookies packed with chocolate.
- Easy Keto Microwave Fudge — a quick fudge recipe made without traditional sugar.
- Healthy Chocolate-Covered Macadamia Nuts — salty, crunchy nuts coated in sugar-free chocolate.
Nutrition Facts for Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
Per serving (recipe makes 16 servings):
- 296 calories
- 26g fat
- 9g protein
- 5g net carbs
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Peanut Butter Crunch Bars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar substitute (confectioners)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup unsweetened crunchy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/4 cups dry roasted unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Line an 8” x 8” baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the sugar-free chocolate chips, coconut oil, and peanut butter.
- Stir gently and regularly until the chocolate and peanut butter melt and form a smooth mixture. Keep the heat low to avoid scorching.
- Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the powdered sugar substitute, shredded coconut, and chopped peanuts until evenly combined.
- Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least four hours, or until completely firm. Slice into 16 bars and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy and are based on the specific ingredients and brands used. They are estimates only and not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols may be excluded from the total carbohydrate count.