Candy Bar

When the candy craving hits but you’re trying to keep things light, this no-bake freezer candy bar is your move.

Chocolate drink mix, peanut butter, oatmeal, raisins, and a splash of coffee get stirred together into a thick, fudgy dough.

Roll it into a log on plastic wrap, freeze until firm, and slice into rounds whenever you need a sweet fix.

It tastes like a chocolate peanut butter cup crossed with an energy bar, and the coffee adds a subtle mocha note that makes it feel way more grown-up than it has any right to be.

Pro Tips

• Use brewed coffee, not instant. The liquid helps bind everything together while the flavor adds depth to the chocolate.
• Natural peanut butter works best. The oils help the mixture hold together and give a richer, nuttier flavor than the processed stuff.
• Slice while still frozen. The rounds are easier to cut cleanly when firm. They soften up fast at room temperature.