Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of No Bake Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars, a quick and easy treat that combines the crunchy goodness of Cheerios with creamy peanut butter and a touch of sweetness. Ideal for parties, school snacks, or a quick energy boost, these bars require no baking—making them perfect for busy days or spontaneous gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can prepare a delightful dessert that both kids and adults will love. Customize your bars by adding chocolate chips, dried fruits, or your favorite nuts for an extra twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 ¼ cups light corn syrup
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup peanuts (optional)
- 6 cups Cheerios
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
- In a medium saucepan, mix white sugar and corn syrup; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Cheerios and peanuts; pour the peanut butter mixture over them.
- Stir until evenly coated, then spread into the prepared pan and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For creamier texture, use creamy peanut butter. Experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit for unique flavors. Ensure bars cool completely to maintain their shape when sliced.