Gluten & Dairy Free Oh Henry Bars
These no-bake dairy-free dessert bars are chewy, crunchy, and topped with glossy chocolate — a nostalgic twist on Oh Henry bars that's allergy friendly and irresistibly easy to make.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Spatula
- 9x13-inch pan
- Microwave or stovetop
- Parchment Paper (optional)
Ingredients
Base
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps hold bars together
- 1 cup white Karo syrup for chewy, gooey texture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter smooth and rich
- 6 cups gluten free rice krispie cereal Nature’s Path recommended
Topping
- 20 ounces dairy free semisweet chocolate chips Enjoy Life brand melts well
- chopped nuts optional, for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and Karo syrup. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the peanut butter until smooth and glossy.
- Add rice krispie cereal and stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to a 9x13-inch pan and press down evenly using a spatula or clean hands.
- Melt the chocolate chips slowly over low heat or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the peanut butter cereal base, spreading it to the edges.
- Optionally, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top before the chocolate sets.
- Let the bars set at room temperature until chocolate firms up. Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
These bars are perfect for bake sales, picnics, or make-ahead treats. You can customize them with nut-free butters or swirl two types of dairy free chocolate for a marbled look.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1.2mg
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