If you are a fan of 100 Grand Bars, you have to try this 100 Grand Bars Copycat Recipe. It’s no-bake, has three ingredients, and can be prepped in around ten minutes, although it needs time for chilling, and some time for dipping. A great addition to any candy tray, you can change the recipe slightly to make several variations.
100 Grand Bars Copycat Recipe
This is a great recipe for beginning candy makers because it doesn’t require any special cooking skills or special ingredients and it is naturally gluten-free. You can find the ingredients at any grocery or big box store.
What do you need to make 100 Grand Bars?
- chocolate melts or white chocolate melts
- rice crisp cereal (like Rice Krispies)
- caramel candies – I like to use Kraft Baking Caramels
How do you make the 100 Grand Copycat Bars?
You have a choice of 2 different preparation methods.
Preparation Method 1
- Unwrap caramels and press them flat with a rolling pin. (Or use your palm to press them flat.) Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add 8 ounces of either milk chocolate melts OR white chocolate melts. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir. If chocolate is not completely melted, return to microwave for another 30-45 seconds. Stir the mixture until smooth.
- Mix one cup of Rice Krispies into the chocolate. Stir until blended.
- Line an 8″ by 8″ baking dish with waxed paper or parchment paper. Spritz paper with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread 1/2 of chocolate Krispie mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan. Top evenly with the caramels.
- Spread the remaining Krispie mixture over the caramels. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour or until firm. Cut into bars.
Preparation Method 2
- Unwrap caramels and press them flat with a rolling pin. (Or use your palm to press them flat.) Set aside.
- Line an 8″ by 8″ baking dish with waxed paper or parchment paper. Spritz paper with nonstick cooking spray. Spread the caramels evenly across the bottom.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add 8 ounces of either milk chocolate melts OR white chocolate melts. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir. If chocolate is not completely melted, return to microwave for another 30-45 seconds. Stir the mixture until smooth.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies until blended.
- Spread evenly over the caramels. Place the mixture into the refrigerator for 30 minutes to one hour until hardened. Cut into squares.
- Melt an additional 8 ounces of milk chocolate or white chocolate candy melts following the instructions above.
- Spread a piece of waxed or parchment paper on a baking sheet. Dip each square into the chocolate mixture. Spoon chocolate over the square. Place the dipped square on the waxed paper. Place squares in the fridge for 20-30 minutes or until hardened.
Can I use substitutions in this recipe?
Yes, you can! Here’s some good substitutions:
- Replace the Rice Krispies with Cocoa Pebbles or Corn Chex.
- Use whatever type of chips or candy melts you prefer; butterscotch, vanilla, milk, sweet, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips or candy melts.
- Use other flavors of caramels; sea salt, chocolate, or even bourbon.
Printable Recipe:
100 Grand Bars Copycat Recipe
An easy no-bake gluten-free copycat 100 Grand Bars recipe.
Ingredients
16 ounces milk chocolate or white chocolate melts, divided
1 to 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies Cereal
20 baking caramels, unwrapped
Directions
- Unwrap caramels and press them flat with a rolling pin. (Or use your palm to press them flat.) Set aside.
- Line an 8″ by 8″ baking dish with waxed paper or parchment paper. Spritz paper with nonstick cooking spray. Spread the caramels evenly across the bottom.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add 8 ounces of either milk chocolate melts OR white chocolate melts. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir. If chocolate is not completely melted, return to microwave for another 30-45 seconds. Stir the mixture until smooth. Stir in 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies until blended.
- Melt an additional 8 ounces of milk chocolate or white chocolate candy melts following the instructions above.
- Spread a piece of waxed or parchment paper on a baking sheet. Dip each square into the chocolate mixture. Spoon chocolate over the square. Place the dipped square on the waxed paper. Place squares in the fridge for 20-30 minutes or until hardened.
I hope you enjoy this easy recipe! What is your favorite holiday candy recipe to prepare? Let us know in the comments!
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I guess even those who are not a fan of grand bars will also love it after seeing this recipe. I would love to try this out over the holidays and give it to the kids.
I’m all about no bake treats. These look so simple and delish. Even though I don’t know 100 Grand, I’m totally intrigued by the recipe.
Oh yum! 100-grand bars are one of my favs! These look really delicious.
I will definitely have to try this. I love 100 Grand Bars. They’re so good!
We love 100 Grand bars. I love that these are so easy to make, I’ll be making them for the holidays!
That is one of my fav candy bars, so I need to go buy the ingredients and make this at home this weekend. Yum
I have never seen a recipe for these! I am in love! They are my favorite and it is hard to find them.
These look sooooo good. I am definitely going to try this recipe this year.
I have never seen a home made recipe for these! They are my favorite candy bar.
OMG these look so good! I’m a chocolate lover and I’ll definitely try to create my own 100 grand bars. Thank you for this recipe!
I can’t wait to try goodie.. So so easy,yum!
Yum,yum,yum! The ingredients are incredibly few! But it looks so so delicious 🤤
My hands down FAVORITE candy bar! I am going to try these!
I have never heard of these before but they look really good. Must try.
BOOYAH! I have to make these. 100 Grand has been my jam since I was a little kid.
Yum, I will have to try these. I do enjoy my chocolate and these bars look incredible.