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Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars

Irresistible Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars for Quick Snacking

These Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are a quick and delightful snack, perfect for busy families and nostalgic moments.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter or substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows or use vegan marshmallows for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter or substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter
  • 4 cups Cheerios opt for gluten-free certified if necessary

Equipment

  • 9 x 13 inch baking pan
  • large saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter over low heat, stirring gently for about 2 minutes until liquid.
  3. Add 2 cups of mini marshmallows and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, stirring for another 5 minutes until smooth and glossy.
  4. Remove from heat and pour in 4 cups of Cheerios, mixing thoroughly until every Cheerio is coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press down gently to fill it completely.
  6. Let the bars cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  7. Once set, slice into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

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