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Cereal Bars Recipe

Homemade Cereal Bars Recipe: Quick, Easy and Customizable Delights

This cereal bars recipe transforms simple pantry staples into delicious treats that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Cereal (small flakes or shapes) Cheerios, Rice Krispies, or Fruit Loops work well.
  • 2/3 cup Nut Butter Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunbutter.
  • 1/2 cup Liquid Sweetener Agave, honey, or brown rice syrup.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 3 tbsp Protein Powder Optional for boosting nutritional value.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt A pinch enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the pan by lining an 8-inch square baking pan with wax or parchment paper.
  2. Warm the nut butter in a small saucepan over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Combine the cereal with warmed nut butter and liquid sweetener in a mixing bowl.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down firmly.
  5. Place a second sheet of parchment paper on top and press down harder.
  6. Set in freezer for about 30 minutes to help bars hold their shape.
  7. Cut into desired shapes after removing from the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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