Peanutty Cereal Squares
Get ready to satisfy your snack cravings with these no-bake Peanutty Cereal Squares—a quick and easy treat that's as wholesome as it is delicious! Combining creamy peanut butter, naturally sweet honey, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe delivers rich, nutty flavors with every bite. Crispy rice cereal adds a satisfying crunch, while optional mix-ins like chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips bring extra texture and indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and perfect for kids and adults alike, these portable squares are ideal for lunchboxes, post-workout fuel, or anytime snacking. Plus, with no oven required, it's a simple way to create a sweet treat with minimal fuss. Make a batch today and enjoy a delightful balance of sweet, crunchy, and nutty goodness!
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Explore More
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Crispy rice cereal
- 0.25 cup Chopped peanuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides to easily lift the squares out later.
In a medium-sized saucepan, add the peanut butter and honey. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the crispy rice cereal to the saucepan and mix until all the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter and honey mixture.
If using chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips, gently fold them into the mixture at this stage.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased to prevent sticking) to press the mixture evenly into the pan.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm enough to cut.
Once set, use the parchment paper to lift the block out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 12 equal squares.
Serve immediately or store the squares in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.8 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 287 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*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.
