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Easy Date And Chocolate Rice Krispie Bars

Do you have a sweet tooth but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen? We’ve got the perfect recipe for you – date and chocolate rice krispie bars! This quick and easy treat is packed with flavour, taking just 10 minutes of prep time (not including chill time) before it’s ready to be devoured. Plus, there are no special skills necessary; making these yummy little bars requires nothing more than some simple measuring, stirring, and pressing. Whether you’re looking for a dessert to satisfy your craving or something tasty to give as a gift, these date and chocolate rice krispie bars will fit the bill every time.

date chocolate rice krispie bars uk recipe

Chocolate Rice Krispie Squares

Date and chocolate rice krispie bars are a delicious and indulgent treat that combines the classic flavours of rice krispie treats with the richness of chocolate and the natural sweetness of dates. These bars are easy to make and perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Made with crispy rice cereal, and chopped dates, these bars are then topped with a layer of melted chocolate, which sets to create a decadent and fudgy topping. The chewy texture of the dates and the crunch of the rice cereal complement each other perfectly, creating a flavour and texture that is sure to satisfy any craving. Whether enjoyed as a snack or dessert, date and chocolate rice krispie bars are a truly delicious treat.

Love dates? You will love my Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe.

Ingredients

  • 100 g Caster Sugar
  • 100 g Margarine
  • 175g g Dates (Chopped)
  • 25 g Glace Cherries (Quartered)
  • 200 g Chocolate (Milk, dark or white)
  • 100g Rice Krispies

How to make date and chocolate rice krispie treats

  • Lightly grease and line a brownie tin or small roasting tin.
  • Add the sugar and margarine to a heavy-based pan and heat gently until melted.
  • Increase the heat and bring the mixture up to the boil. Add the dates and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the cherries and Rice Krispies and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Spoon into the prepared tin and level the surface with the back of a spoon. Melt the chocolate in the microwave (25 seconds at a time).
  • Spread the chocolate over the krispie mixture and leave to set. When set, cut into bars.
chocolate rice krispie mixture in brownie tin
melted chocolate on top of rice Krispie mixture
rice krispie squares with dates and chocolate

Storage

To store the finished date and chocolate rice krispie bars, simply place them in an airtight container and keep them at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want them to last longer, you can also store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. When serving, you can cut the bars into pieces using a sharp knife and serve them as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more decadent dessert. These bars also make a great dessert for parties or picnics as they are easy to transport and always a crowd-pleaser.

date chocolate rice krispie bars uk recipe

Easy Date And Chocolate Rice Krispie Bars

Rachel
Kids' favourite krispie slices with dates and topped with chocolate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Pudding, Snack
Cuisine American, British
Servings 9
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

  • 100 g Caster Sugar
  • 100 g Margarine
  • 175g g Dates (Chopped)
  • 25 g Glace Cherries (Quartered)
  • 200 g Chocolate (Milk, dark or white)
  • 100 g Rice Krispies

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease and line a brownie tin or small roasting tin.
  • Add the sugar and margarine to a heavy-based pan and heat gently until melted.
  • Increase the heat and bring the mixture up to the boil. Add the dates and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the cherries and Rice Krispies and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Spoon into the prepared tin and level the surface with the back of a spoon. Melt the chocolate in the microwave (25 seconds at a time).
  • Spread the chocolate over the krispie mixture and leave to set. When set cut into bars.
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Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 2gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 1188IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 4mg
Keyword rice krispie cereal
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