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Cereal Bars


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These easy no-bake cereal bars are perfect for a quick, healthy snack or breakfast on the go. Made with crispy rice cereal, oats, and a mix of peanut butter and honey, they’re wholesome, delicious, and can be customized with chocolate chips or dried fruit. Great for lunchboxes or a mid-day energy boost!


Ingredients

3 cups crispy rice cereal or mixed whole-grain cereal

1 cup rolled oats

½ cup honey or maple syrup

½ cup peanut butter or almond butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon salt

Optional: ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit


Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some extra paper over the edges for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cereal and oats. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together honey (or maple syrup) and peanut butter until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
  4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal and oats, stirring until evenly combined. If adding chocolate chips or dried fruit, fold them in gently.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish using the back of a spoon or spatula to create an even layer.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Lift out using the parchment paper, then cut into 12 bars.

Notes

Storage: Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bars can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before serving.

Customization: Add mini chocolate chips, dried cranberries, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.

Vegan Option: Substitute honey with maple syrup to make the recipe vegan-friendly.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Breakfast
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 bars
  • Calories: 150 kcal