Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade cereal bars that are perfect for a quick snack or a sweet treat. These no-bake bars are easy to customize and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups cereal of choice (such as Cheerios, Rice Krispies, or cornflakes)
- 1/2 cup honey or brown rice syrup
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Mix-Ins:
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- dried fruit
- chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Create the Mixture: Combine honey, peanut butter, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth and bubbly.
- Add Flavors: Stir in vanilla extract and pour over cereal in a bowl, mixing gently.
- Set the Bars: Press the mixture into the pan, chill for at least 1 hour, then cut into bars.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
- For softer bars, reduce honey to 1/3 cup.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
