Chewy Cereal Bars
Whip up these irresistible Chewy Cereal Bars, the perfect no-bake snack packed with wholesome ingredients and a touch of indulgence. Made with a blend of creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, and just a hint of brown sugar, these bars bring together the hearty texture of rolled oats, the light crunch of crispy rice cereal, and melty mini chocolate chips for a delightful treat. Add a burst of fruity flavor with optional dried fruit like raisins or cranberries for a personalized twist. Ready in just 15 minutes, these easy-to-make bars are great for busy mornings, lunchbox snacks, or an on-the-go energy boost. With their chewy texture and satisfying sweetness, these homemade cereal bars are a delicious alternative to pre-packaged options—perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1.5 cups crispy rice cereal
- 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup dried fruit (optional, e.g., raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, peanut butter, and brown sugar.
Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and crispy rice cereal.
Pour the warm honey-peanut butter mixture over the oats and cereal. Stir with a spatula until everything is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and dried fruit (if using).
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press it firmly and evenly into the pan using the spatula or your hands (you can use parchment paper to prevent sticking).
Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place it in the refrigerator for quicker cooling.
Once the mixture is fully set, lift it out of the baking dish using the parchment paper and transfer it to a cutting board.
Cut into 12 bars (or your desired size) and enjoy!
Store leftover cereal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or in the refrigerator if you prefer them firmer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*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.
