Description
Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are a delightful no-bake treat that combines creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, and crunchy Cheerios into a satisfying snack for all ages. With only three simple ingredients, these bars are quick to prepare—perfect for busy mornings or an after-school pick-me-up. The natural sweetness from the honey and the nutty flavor of peanut butter create a wholesome snack that kids can help make, turning cooking into a fun family activity. Ideal for breakfast, lunchboxes, or as a dessert at gatherings, these bars are versatile and easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cups plain Cheerios
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe dish, combine peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 30 seconds until melted; stir until smooth.
- Add plain Cheerios to the melted mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 or 9×9 dish lined with parchment paper or onto a cookie sheet for thinner bars.
- Press the mixture down firmly using your hands or a spatula to ensure it holds together.
- Refrigerate for about an hour until firm.
- Slice into bars of your desired size and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg