Ensure that the almond butter is softened at room temperature before using.
In a large bowl, mix together the almond butter, maple syrup and salt.
Stir in the puffed rice cereal.
Line an 8x8-inch baking tray with parchment paper.
Transfer the rice puff mixture into the pan.
Tightly press it down with the spatula or the back of a cup.
If a chocolate drizzle is desired, melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals in the microwave.
Then drizzle it over top of the bars. I like to take some of the melted chocolate on a spoon and quickly move it back and forth over the bars to create a drizzle effect.
Place the bars in the refrigerator for at least an hour to harden.
After chilling, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Run a knife under boiling hot water. Use it to make a clean cut of 12 bars. Enjoy!