Crispy Cereal Bar
Get ready to indulge in the irresistibly sweet and satisfyingly crunchy goodness of Crispy Cereal Bars! This no-bake treat combines light and airy crispy rice cereal with gooey melted marshmallows, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of buttery richness for the ultimate crowd-pleaser. In just 15 minutes of total prep and cook time, you'll have 12 perfectly portable snacks that are ideal for lunchboxes, parties, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Elevate these classic cereal bars with optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or colorful sprinkles for an extra layer of fun and flavor! Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this recipe is a must-try for dessert lovers of all ages.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set it aside.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, reduce the heat to low and add the mini marshmallows. Stir continuously with a silicone spatula until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Quickly add the crispy rice cereal to the pot and gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
If using chocolate chips or sprinkles, fold them into the mixture at this stage.
Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish. Lightly press it down into an even layer using the back of a spatula or a piece of wax paper. Do not press too firmly, as this can make the bars too dense.
Allow the mixture to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Once set, slice the cereal bars into 12 even pieces using a sharp knife.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 4970 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1051.1 g | 382% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 361.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 92.4 mg | 513% | |
| Potassium | 1220 mg | 26% | |
*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.
