Low Fat Homemade Nerd Clusters
Craving a nostalgic treat with a healthier twist? These *Low Fat Homemade Nerd Clusters* are the perfect guilt-free indulgence to satisfy your sweet tooth! Featuring tangy, crunchy Nerds candy paired with crispy rice cereal and a light marshmallow syrup, this fun and colorful snack delivers all the joy of your favorite candy clusters without the extra calories. Made with reduced-fat marshmallows and light corn syrup, these clusters are quick and easy to prepare, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for parties, lunchbox treats, or an anytime snack, they’re a low-fat dessert that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Keep them stored for up to a week—but we guarantee they’ll disappear faster than that!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Nerds candy
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 cup Reduced-fat marshmallows
- 2 cups Rice cereal
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Spray a large mixing bowl and a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In the prepared mixing bowl, combine the Nerds candy and rice cereal, stirring until evenly mixed.
Place the light corn syrup and reduced-fat marshmallows in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave the mixture on high in 20-second intervals, stirring between intervals, until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 1 to 1.5 minutes.
Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the cereal and Nerds mix, and quickly stir until all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
Using a small spoon or your hands (lightly greased), drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming clusters.
Allow the clusters to cool and set at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
Transfer the set clusters to an airtight container for storage, up to one week, or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 551 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 441.9 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 344.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 34.4 mg | 191% | |
| Potassium | 229 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.
