Here’s a simple Four-Ingredient Nougat Bars recipe — chewy, sweet, and perfect for a quick homemade candy fix. 🍬
🍫 Four-Ingredient Nougat Bars
Makes: About 12 bars
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5–7 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Ingredients
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2 cups (300 g) mini marshmallows
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1 cup (250 g) peanut butter (or almond/cashew butter)
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3 cups (180 g) rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
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1/2 cup (90 g) chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional, for mix-ins or topping)
Instructions
1. Prepare pan
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Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
2. Melt marshmallows and peanut butter
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In a large saucepan over low heat, melt peanut butter and marshmallows together, stirring constantly until smooth and combined.
3. Mix in cereal
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Remove from heat and gently fold in rice cereal (and nuts or chocolate chips if using) until evenly coated.
4. Transfer to pan
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Press mixture firmly into prepared pan. Use a spatula or lightly greased hands to flatten evenly.
5. Chill and cut
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Refrigerate 1–2 hours until firm.
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Lift out of pan using parchment paper and cut into bars.
💡 Tips
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Chewier bars: Use slightly more peanut butter or slightly less marshmallow.
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Flavor variations: Add a pinch of salt, cinnamon, or a splash of vanilla extract.
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Chocolate drizzle: Melt some chocolate and drizzle over bars for extra indulgence.
If you want, I can also give a “No-Bake Chocolate Nougat Bars” version that’s fudgier and includes sweetened condensed milk — even richer and more decadent. Do you want that version?
