Description
Discover the joy of homemade No Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars—an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion! These bars combine creamy peanut butter with crunchy cereals and colorful M&Ms, creating a delicious snack that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make. Ready in just 25 minutes, they require no baking, making them an ideal choice for busy families. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast option, an after-school treat, or a sweet addition to lunch boxes, these bars are versatile and fun to prepare. Involve the kids in the mixing process for a delightful cooking experience that results in a tasty reward everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Cheerios
- 4 cups crisp rice cereal
- 2 cups dry roasted peanuts
- 2 cups M&Ms
- 2 cups light corn syrup
- 1 ¾ cups sugar
- 2 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 ¾ teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Spray a 15'' x 10'' x 1'' pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine Cheerios, crisp rice cereal, dry roasted peanuts, and M&Ms; mix well.
- In a medium saucepan, bring corn syrup and sugar to a boil over medium heat while stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the warm mixture over the cereal mixture; toss to coat evenly.
- Press into the prepared pan firmly and allow to set at room temperature for about one hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg