Cereal Crunchies
Whip up a batch of irresistible Cereal Crunchies for the ultimate no-bake snack that’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor. This crunchy treat combines your favorite cereal—whether it’s cornflakes, rice cereal, or another crisp variety—with rich, creamy peanut butter and the natural sweetness of honey or corn syrup. Infused with a touch of vanilla for extra depth and topped with optional melted chocolate chips, these bars are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or fueling busy days. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring minimal cleanup, Cereal Crunchies are a family-friendly favorite you can make ahead and store for up to a week. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cereal (e.g., cornflakes, rice cereal, or any crunchy variety)
- 1 cup Smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup Honey or corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Prepare a baking tray or a square 9x9-inch pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter and honey (or corn syrup). Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble gently. This should take around 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the cereal to the saucepan and gently fold it into the peanut butter mixture until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it down evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon. If using chocolate chips, sprinkle them on top while the mixture is still warm and gently press them into the surface.
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature (approximately 30 minutes) or place it in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Once set, cut into squares or bars and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.9 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2700 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.6 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.1 g | ||
| Protein | 81.7 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 74.9 mg | 416% | |
| Potassium | 694 mg | 15% | |
*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.
