Extreme Cereal Bar Square Recipe

These insanely delicious Cereal Bar Squares are the perfect no-bake treat! A crowd-pleasing recipe, easy to customize, and guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering. Get ready for a delightful combination of crunchy cereal, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate – the ultimate sweet and salty snack!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 454.6 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Extreme Cereal Bar Square

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How to Make Extreme Cereal Bar Square

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup peanut butter, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ¼ cup butter. Stir constantly until completely smooth and melted.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in 4 cups of your favorite cereal (like Rice Krispies, Chex, or a mix!) and 1 cup salted peanuts.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into an 8x8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper for easy removal.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons of butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and melted.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the cereal mixture and spread to cover completely.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the chocolate is completely firm. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
  7. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

63g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Extreme Cereal Bar Square?

Extreme Cereal Bar Square takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Extreme Cereal Bar Square?

Extreme Cereal Bar Square has approximately 454.6 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Extreme Cereal Bar Square?

The key ingredients for Extreme Cereal Bar Square are Peanut Butter, Corn Syrup, Unsalted Butter, Crisp Rice Cereal, Corn Flakes Cereal, Peanuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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