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Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars

Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars: Quick, Chewy, Kid-Approved Snack

These Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are a quick, no-bake treat perfect for busy families, combining rich peanut butter, honey, and Cheerios.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter or crunchy for extra texture
  • 1/2 cup Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 3 cups Cheerios multigrain for more nutrients
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips for a sweet twist
  • 1 cup Dried Fruit like raisins or cranberries
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder to boost nutritional profile

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1/2 cup of honey. Heat over low heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously until smooth.
  2. Once the mixture is smooth, gently fold in 3 cups of Cheerios. Ensure each Cheerio is evenly coated.
  3. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture into the pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and press down firmly.
  4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes until firm. Lift from the pan and slice into 12 equal bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Press firmly to avoid crumbly bars. Customize with mini chocolate chips or nuts as desired. If too sticky, mix a dash of coconut oil into the peanut butter.

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