Chex Dessert Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Chex Dessert Bars, a no-bake treat that blends crunchy Corn Chex cereal with gooey marshmallows, velvety melted chocolate, and creamy peanut butter. Perfect for busy schedules, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an ideal dessert for parties or a casual family night. With a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors, these bars are topped with optional sprinkles for a pop of color and texture. Whether you’re craving a fun snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert, these chewy, chocolatey bars are sure to become a new favorite. Plus, they store beautifully for up to a week, so you can savor their decadence anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 4 cups Mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons Salted butter
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cups Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, add the Corn Chex cereal and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and then add the mini marshmallows. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the melted marshmallow mixture from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the marshmallow mixture over the Corn Chex cereal and gently fold it together with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated.
Gently press the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish using a spatula or lightly greased hands. Be careful not to compact the mixture too much to keep the bars light and airy.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the top of the cereal layer. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly across the bars.
If desired, sprinkle the optional sprinkles over the top for added color and texture.
Refrigerate the baking dish for at least 1 hour or until the dessert bars are firm.
Once set, remove the bars from the dish by lifting the parchment paper or loosening the edges with a knife. Cut into 16 squares or bars.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.1 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.7 g | 434% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3376 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 645.5 g | 235% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 344.6 g | ||
| Protein | 61.9 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 878 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 37.1 mg | 206% | |
| Potassium | 978 mg | 21% | |
*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.
