Description
These Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are a simple, no-bake treat combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with the crunchy lightness of Cheerios, sweetened naturally with honey. Perfect as a quick snack or a lunchbox favorite, they come together in minutes and require no oven or stove.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 cups Cheerio cereal
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Line an 8×8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Melt Peanut Butter and Honey: Place the peanut butter and honey in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds until warmed and easily stirrable.
- Coat Cereal: Add the Cheerio cereal to the peanut butter and honey mixture, then use a rubber spatula to toss and coat the cereal evenly.
- Press Into Pan: Transfer the coated cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out and pressing firmly to ensure it sets well.
- Freeze: Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and press again to compact it. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Cut and Serve: Once firm, remove from the freezer and cut into bars. Store the bars in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for easier mixing and a smooth texture.
- If preferred, natural peanut butter can be used but may affect consistency.
- The bars can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- For a nut-free alternative, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Pressing firmly and freezing ensures the bars hold together when cut.
