100 grand bars

Homemade gooey caramel is enrobed in a crunchy Rice Krispies chocolate coating to form Homemade 100 Grand Bars that are even more delicious than the store bought version! These homemade 100 Grand Bars are not only fresher, but honestly, they’re better than the original. Bonus? You’d never know these are made with simple, wholesome ingredients!

Homemade 100 grand bars

If there’s one candy bar I’ve always thought was a little underrated, it’s the 100 Grand Bar. My mom loved them growing up, so I remember feeling extra excited whenever one showed up in my Halloween trick-or-treat bag. I mean, what’s not to love? Chewy, gooey caramel wrapped in a crispy chocolate coating; it sounds like pure magic.

However, as i’ve gotten older and after making them at home, I was honestly blown away. The homemade version completely changed my perspective. I’d always noticed that the store-bought ones had a slightly stale, artificial taste, but I never realized just how much until I made my own. The difference was undeniable, my friends!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Tastes exactly like the nostalgic candy bar — only better!
• No preservatives or artificial ingredients.
• Just 7 simple ingredients.
• These homemade candies are paleo, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free!

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ingredients to make 100 grand bars

The full recipe is in the recipe card at the bottom of this post!

Traditional 100 Grand Bars are made with caramel, chocolate, and crispy rice — but also packed with corn syrup, refined sugar, and processed fats.This homemade version swaps out all the junk for wholesome, natural alternatives:

• Chocolate chips: Use whatever fits your dietary needs! I love ChocZero or Lily’s for no sugar-added chocolate chips (they make vegan and dairy versions!).
• Maple syrup – honey can have a stronger flavor where as maple syrup adds a beautiful maple note. I love using a mix of the two for the best flavor an texture!
• Honey – You can use more maple syrup instead of honey; however, I personally find that the texture turns out best when you use a combination of both ingredients.
• Crispy rice cereal: I recommend checking the ingredients as most rice crispy cereals contain corn syrup and preservatives. I love One Degree Organics or the Whole Foods brand!
• Almond butter or cashew butter: I wouldn’t recommend using peanut butter as it’ll alter the flavor of the bars.
• Coconut oil: Alternativey, grass-fed butter, vegan butter also work!
• Vanilla extract & sea salt

Steps to make healthy 100 grand bars

Please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full steps and instructions!

Step 1: Make the Caramel

In a small saucepan over low heat, add the honey and maple syrup. Over low-medium heat, bring to a light boil. Allow the mixture to boil for 8 or so minutes, swirling the pan frequently to precent burning, until it deepens in color and darkens a tad. Remove from heat. Add the almond butter, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth and glossy. Leave to cool in the pan for 10 or so minutes – It should start to thicken up.

Step 2: Form the 100 grand bars

Once it’s cool enough to touch, grab small amounts and form into a small, thick, rectangle. Place on a parchment lined baking dish. Once all the caramel has been formed, place them in the fridge for 30 minutes or so to firm up a tad. Once firm, you can re-shape them if they’ve flattened out. I like to fold mine in half and roll them, then press in the ends to form a rectangle.

Step 3: Coat with crispy Chocolate

Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth. Stir in the rice crispy cereal. Then, dip each bar into the melted chocolate cereal, coating it entirely. Place the coated bars on the lined parchment sheet.

Step 5: Chill and Enjoy

Place coated bars on parchment paper and refrigerate until the chocolate is set — about 15 minutes.

FAQ’s

• How to store: Store your healthy 100 Grand Bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
• How to make nut-free 100 grand bars: Simply use sunflower seed butter or granola butter in place of almond butter.
• Be sure to store these in the fridge, as they become SUPER hard when in the freezer If storing long-term, store in the freezer and let thaw before eating.

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• Healthier butterfinger bars
• Babyruth protein bites
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The Best Homemade 100 Grand Bars

Homemade gooey caramel is enrobed in a crunchy Rice Krispies chocolate coating to form Homemade 100 Grand Bars that are even more delicious than the store bought version! These homemade 100 Grand Bars are not only fresher, but honestly, they’re better than the original. Bonus? You'd never know these are made with simple, wholesome ingredients!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Ingredients

  

• 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp honey *do not sub more maple syrup
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp almond or cashew butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• pinch of sea salt

Chocolate coating

• 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1/2-3/4 cup rice crispy cereal

Instructions

 

• In a small saucepan over low heat, add the honey and maple syrup. Over low-medium heat, bring to a light boil. Allow the mixture to boil for 8 or so minutes, swirling the pan frequently to precent burning, until it deepens in color and darkens a tad. Remove from heat.
• Add the almond butter, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth and glossy. Leave to cool in the pan for 10 or so minutes – It should start to thicken up. Don't let it cool too long.
• Once it's cool enough to touch, grab small amounts and form into a small, thick, rectangle. Place on a parchment lined baking dish. Once all the caramel has been formed, place them in the fridge for 30 minutes or so to firm up a tad.
• Once firm, you can re-shape them if they've flattened out. I like to fold mine in half and roll them, then press in the ends to form a rectangle.
• Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth. Stir in the crispy rice cereal, starting with 1/2 cup and adding an extra 1/4 if desired. It shouldnt be too thick, as you want it to stick to the bars.
• Dip each bar into the melted chocolate cereal mixture, then place on the lined parchment sheet.
• Return to the fridge to allow the bars to firm up, before moving to an air-tight container. Store in the fridge and let thaw 5 minutes or so prior to eating for the gooiest caramel texture! You can store in the freezer or long-term storage, then let thaw before eating.

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