Grape Nuts Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge in the perfect blend of crunchy, creamy, and sweet with these no-bake Grape Nuts Peanut Butter Bars. Packed with hearty Grape Nuts cereal, rich peanut butter, and naturally sweetened with honey, these bars are a wholesome and satisfying treat that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Infused with a touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt for balance, they offer an irresistible texture that's both chewy and crispy. Customize them with an optional drizzle of melted chocolate for added decadence. Ideal for a grab-and-go snack, lunchbox treat, or post-workout fuel, these nutrient-packed bars are easy to make, gluten-free (if using certified products), and loved by kids and adults alike. Store them in the fridge or freezer for a week’s worth of delicious convenience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Grape Nuts cereal
- 1 cup Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Chocolate chips (optional, for drizzle or topping)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the Grape Nuts cereal, making sure it is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it firmly into an even layer using the back of a spoon or a spatula. Compacting the mixture well helps the bars hold together.
If desired, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the bars or spread it evenly as a layer.
Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm enough to cut into bars.
Remove from the refrigerator and use the parchment paper to lift the mixture out of the dish. Cut into 12 bars or your desired size.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.5 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2759 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 501.0 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.8 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 286.2 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 2936 mg | 62% | |
*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.
