Salty and Sweet Choco Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavors with these Salty and Sweet Choco Peanut Butter Cereal Bars! This no-bake recipe combines the satisfying crunch of salted pretzels and puffed cereal with the rich creaminess of peanut butter and the sweetness of honey. A sprinkle of mini chocolate chips adds indulgent bursts of cocoa, while optional sea salt flakes on top bring out a sophisticated touch of savory contrast. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these versatile bars are a quick and wholesome treat for busy mornings, snack breaks, or dessert. Easy to make and packed with irresistible texture and flavor, these cereal bars are bound to be a favorite for the whole family. Keywords: no-bake cereal bars, peanut butter snack, salty and sweet treat, easy snack recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.75 cup Peanut Butter (creamy or chunky, unsweetened preferred)
- 1 cup Salted Pretzels
- 2 cups Cereal (like Rice Krispies or similar puffed cereal)
- 0.5 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea Salt Flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the honey and peanut butter. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined (about 2 minutes). Do not let the mixture boil.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salted pretzels (lightly crushed into small pieces), cereal, and mini chocolate chips.
5. Pour the warm honey-peanut butter mixture into the mixing bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir quickly and thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly. Work quickly to ensure the chocolate chips don’t completely melt.
6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly into an even layer.
7. Optional: Sprinkle sea salt flakes evenly over the top for an extra touch of saltiness.
8. Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour, or until the bars are firm and set.
9. Once set, lift the parchment paper to remove the bars from the pan. Cut into 12 equal pieces or your desired size.
10. Store the cereal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.7 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3884 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.3 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.1 g | ||
| Protein | 64.6 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*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.
