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
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some extra paper over the edges for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, mix the cereal and oats. Set aside.
- 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.
- 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.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish using the back of a spoon or spatula to create an even layer.
- 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
