Puffed Wheat Treats
Get ready to indulge in the nostalgic charm of Puffed Wheat Treats—a no-bake dessert that perfectly balances crunchy texture with rich, chocolatey caramel flavor. This easy recipe combines simple pantry staples like puffed wheat cereal, unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla for a homemade treat that's irresistibly sweet and chewy. A hint of unsweetened cocoa powder adds a deep chocolate undertone, while light corn syrup ensures the perfect sticky consistency. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, these crowd-pleasing bars are ideal for lunchboxes, potlucks, or a quick snack. Plus, they firm up beautifully in a 9x13-inch pan, making them convenient to slice into uniform squares or bars for serving. Whether you're reminiscing about childhood or craving something unique, these Puffed Wheat Treats are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups puffed wheat cereal
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring constantly.
Lower the heat and simmer for 1 minute, ensuring all the sugar crystals have dissolved.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the puffed wheat cereal to the saucepan and gently fold it in until all the cereal is evenly coated with the caramel mixture.
Transfer the coated puffed wheat to the prepared baking pan, pressing it down gently with a spatula to create an even layer.
Let the treats cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until firm.
Cut into squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.1 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 673 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.5 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 290.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 56.0 mg | 311% | |
| Potassium | 956 mg | 20% | |
*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.
