One Cup One Cup One Cup Puffed Wheat Squares
Perfectly sweet, satisfyingly crunchy, and delightfully nostalgic, these One Cup One Cup One Cup Puffed Wheat Squares are the ultimate no-bake treat! Made with just six simple pantry ingredients—including puffed wheat cereal, brown sugar, and a buttery caramel sauce—this recipe comes together in under 15 minutes, making it an effortless yet crowd-pleasing dessert or snack. The defining "one cup" ratios in the recipe ensure easy preparation and a flawless balance of rich sweetness and light, airy texture in every bite. Perfect for lunchboxes, bake sales, or an afternoon indulgence, these puffed wheat squares are a timeless classic sure to win over kids and adults alike. Don’t forget to let them cool for that perfect chewy consistency!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups puffed wheat cereal
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil and the ingredients are fully melted and combined. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, place the puffed wheat cereal.
Pour the warm syrup mixture over the puffed wheat and stir with a spatula or large spoon until the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated cereal mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish using the back of a spoon or by placing wax paper over the surface and pressing with your hands.
Let the squares cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or until set.
Once cooled and firm, cut into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.4 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.1 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2003 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 462.1 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 388.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 40.8 mg | 227% | |
| Potassium | 577 mg | 12% | |
*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.
