No Bake Cereal Bars Recipe

These no-bake cereal bars are unbelievably easy to make and disappear just as fast! A perfect sweet treat for any occasion, these bars are packed with crunchy cereal and a rich, creamy peanut butter and chocolate topping. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 310.8 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for No Bake Cereal Bars

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How to Make No Bake Cereal Bars

  1. Place 6 cups of your favorite cereal (such as Rice Krispies) in a large bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ½ cup granulated sugar.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth and slightly bubbling (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and immediately pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Stir gently but thoroughly to coat all the cereal pieces.
  5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Press the cereal mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup milk chocolate chips and ½ cup butterscotch chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and completely melted.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal bars and spread evenly.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the bars to set completely. This step is recommended but not required.
  9. Once set, cut into bars and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

23g

Carbs

14g

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