No Bake Cheerio Bars – Meals with Feeling

No-bake Cheerio Bars are the right mix of chewy, crunchy and chocolatey goodness! Made with simply 4 easy components—Cheerios, peanut butter, honey and chocolate, they arrive collectively in minutes for a simple snack or dessert.

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I can’t cease consuming these Cheerio treats! They’re a mixture of three basic favorites—Cheerios, peanut butter and chocolate for the last word no bake treats. They’re thick, crispy and irresistibly chewy, with a scrumptious stability of candy and salty flavors. Good for a fast on-the-go breakfast or snack, and better of all, they require no baking in any respect!

The one cooking required is a fast stovetop step, and the remainder is simply mixing! These bars come collectively in 10 minutes, after which after a fast chill within the fridge they’re able to get pleasure from. Make them for a day snack, potluck dessert or a enjoyable lunchbox deal with. When you attempt them, they’re positive to develop into a favourite!

Fundamental components you’ll want

This cereal bar recipe is made with easy, healthful components—ones you may have already got in your pantry!

• Creamy peanut butter. Provides a wealthy, nutty taste and helps bind the components collectively. I choose a easy, pure peanut butter for the very best texture. Selfmade peanut butter works effectively too!
  In case you have a peanut allergy, you’ll be able to swap it with almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter, in the event you’d like.
• Honey. Gives pure sweetness and helps maintain the bars collectively. Maple syrup or agave nectar can be utilized in its place.
• Cheerios. The crispy, crunchy base. I like plain cheerios on this recipe however honey nut cheerios would even be scrumptious! I’ve by no means tried it BUT I feel that Rice Krispies (or every other crispy cereal) would even be scrumptious.
• Darkish chocolate. Brings a wealthy, indulgent contact to enrich the peanut butter and honey. I actually love the darkish chocolate however be happy to make use of milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate. Chocolate chips additionally work effectively!

Find out how to make these chocolate peanut butter cheerios bars

These pb Cheerio bars come collectively in only a few easy steps! With minimal effort and a handful of components, you’ll have a scrumptious, chewy deal with prepared very quickly. Let’s get began!

I used a cupcake mould for mine however you would additionally use a sq. pan with parchment paper on the underside to get the bars out simply.

Full recipe is down within the recipe card however right here’s an outline of easy methods to make it:

STEP #1: Combine the components – In a small saucepan over medium low warmth, combine collectively the peanut butter and honey. Stir repeatedly till totally mixed, about 2 minutes. You possibly can additionally do that in a big microwavable bowl within the microwave.

STEP #2: Stir in cereal – Add in 2 cups of Cheerios and blend to cowl the cereal totally within the peanut butter combination. I discover this best with a rubber spatula.

STEP #3: Switch to pan – Add the combination right into a loaf pan or the cavities of a muffin pan. Press down firmly. Place within the fridge.

STEP #4: Add chocolate – Chop the chocolate and soften it in a bowl within the microwave in 20 second increments, stirring in between. Take away the tray from the fridge and divide the melted chocolate evenly among the many Cheerio cups, being positive to unfold it out evenly on the highest. Chill till the chocolate is ready and ENJOY!

Storage Suggestions

These peanut butter Cheerio bars retailer effectively for later, whether or not you retain them at room temperature, refrigerate them or freeze for long-term enjoyment!

• Storing Leftovers. Hold bars in an hermetic container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. They keep recent at room temperature for just a few days or within the fridge for as much as every week.
• Freezing. Prepare bars in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze till agency. Then, switch them to a freezer-safe container or bag, labeling with the date. They’ll keep good for 2-3 months.

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