Super Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
These Super Peanut Butter Cereal Bars are the ultimate no-bake snack—chewy, satisfying, and packed with flavor! Made with creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, and a hint of vanilla, they combine crispy rice cereal and hearty rolled oats for a delightful crunch. A generous handful of mini chocolate chips adds just the right touch of indulgence, while the quick, microwave-friendly preparation makes these bars a breeze to whip up in just 10 minutes. Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-workout energy boost, or a kid-approved lunchbox treat, these homemade cereal bars are as versatile as they are delicious. Plus, they can be stored for up to two weeks, making them a convenient make-ahead option for busy days. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack or a fun twist on a classic flavor combo, these peanut butter cereal bars are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
1. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey.
2. Heat the mixture in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring after each, until smooth and combined. This usually takes about 40-60 seconds total.
3. Stir the vanilla extract into the peanut butter and honey mixture.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and rolled oats.
5. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal and oats. Mix thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
6. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix as the chips may melt slightly from the warm peanut butter mixture.
7. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting. Transfer the mixture into the pan and press it down firmly into an even layer. You can use the back of a spatula or slightly damp hands to help press it down.
8. Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
9. Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 equal bars.
10. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2573 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.2 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.4 g | 137% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.4 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 222.3 g | ||
| Protein | 71.7 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1901 mg | 40% | |
*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.
