Cereal Bars
Make snack time wholesome and delicious with these irresistible homemade Cereal Bars! Packed with the perfect combination of rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, dried cranberries, and crunchy chopped almonds, these chewy bars are naturally sweetened with honey and a touch of brown sugar. A hint of vanilla and an optional sprinkle of mini chocolate chips add a delightful flavor boost. This no-bake recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, with minimal effort required—simply mix, press, and chill to perfection. Perfect for meal prepping, these portable treats are great for breakfast on the go, school lunchboxes, or an energy-boosting snack. Plus, they can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated for extra chewiness. Try these easy cereal bars today and enjoy a healthier alternative to store-bought granola bars! Keywords: cereal bars, easy no-bake snacks, homemade granola bars, healthy oatmeal recipes, kid-friendly snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup crispy rice cereal
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup chopped almonds
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, dried cranberries, and chopped almonds. Stir until evenly distributed.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, unsalted butter, and brown sugar. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to bubble, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fully melted and combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the warm honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to carefully combine, ensuring all the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
If using mini chocolate chips, allow the mixture to cool for a minute or two before folding them in so they don’t melt completely.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spatula or the bottom of a glass to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
Place the dish in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 2 hours or until the mixture is set and firm.
Once set, lift the parchment paper to remove the bars from the dish. Use a sharp knife to cut into 12 evenly sized bars.
Store the cereal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.2 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1413 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 462.5 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.1 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 224.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 28.9 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 1937 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
