Microwave Cheerio Treats
Whip up a batch of irresistible Microwave Cheerio Treats in just minutes with this quick and easy no-bake recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or a last-minute snack, these gooey cereal bars combine the crunchy goodness of Cheerios with the sticky sweetness of melted mini marshmallows, a touch of buttery richness, and fragrant vanilla. Made entirely in the microwave, this recipe comes together in under 10 minutes and allows for effortless customization—toss in chocolate chips, sprinkles, or your favorite mix-ins to make it uniquely yours. Perfectly portable and delightfully chewy, these homemade cereal bars are great for kids’ lunches, on-the-go snacking, or a simple dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cheerios cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups optional mix-ins (e.g. chocolate chips, sprinkles)
Instructions
Grease a microwave-safe mixing bowl and an 8x8 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter. Set aside.
In the greased microwave-safe mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows and unsalted butter.
Microwave the marshmallows and butter mixture on high for 1 minute. Stir thoroughly, then microwave for another 30 seconds until completely melted and smooth.
Stir the vanilla extract into the melted marshmallow mixture.
Add the Cheerios cereal to the bowl and gently fold to coat all the cereal with the marshmallow mixture.
If using optional mix-ins, gently stir them in at this stage.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared 8x8 baking dish using a greased spatula or your hands. Make sure to press firmly but gently to create an even layer.
Allow the treats to cool and set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
Cut into squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.0 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 806 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.5 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 196.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 32.8 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*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.
