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No Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

No Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

Indulge in the delightful world of no bake peanut butter cereal bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! These bars combine the rich, nutty flavor of creamy peanut butter with the satisfying crunch of cereals and nuts, making them an irresistible snack. Ideal for busy days, kids’ lunches, or as a quick dessert, they are incredibly easy to whip up in just 25 minutes without ever turning on the oven. Plus, these versatile bars allow you to customize them with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits. Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors while keeping your family fueled throughout the day!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x

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

Instructions

  1. Spray a 15'' x 10'' x 1'' baking pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together Cheerios, crisp rice cereal, dry roasted peanuts, and M&Ms; set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring corn syrup and sugar to a boil while stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour the syrup mixture over the cereal mixture and stir until fully coated.
  5. Spread into the prepared pan and press down firmly. Let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to replace M&Ms with chocolate chips or dried fruit for different flavors. Ensure all ingredients are fresh for optimal texture and taste.