Cereal Bars Recipe
These easy and customizable cereal bars combine your favorite cereal, creamy nut butter, and natural sweeteners for a wholesome, no-bake snack. Perfect for breakfast on the go or an energizing treat, these bars can be enhanced with added protein powder and a pinch of salt for balanced flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cereal of choice
- 2/3 cup peanut butter or nut butter of choice
- 1/2 cup agave, honey, or brown rice syrup
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp protein powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8-inch square pan with wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking. For a larger batch, double the recipe and use a 9×13-inch pan.
- Warm Nut Butter: If needed, gently warm the nut butter to make it easier to stir and incorporate with other ingredients.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cereal, warmed nut butter, and agave (or honey or brown rice syrup). Add the optional salt and protein powder if using, and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated and combined.
- Form the Bars: Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared pan. Lay a second sheet of parchment over the mixture and press down very firmly to compress the ingredients. This step is crucial to ensure the bars hold together after cutting.
- Set the Bars: Place the pan in the freezer for at least 30 minutes or until the mixture is firm enough to slice into bars.
- Store: After cutting, store the cereal bars covered in the refrigerator, freezer, or in a cool, dry place for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Use any cereal you prefer, such as oats, puffed rice, or granola for different textures and flavors.
- Try alternative nut butters like almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter for variety.
- Adjust sweetness by using honey, agave, or brown rice syrup as preferred.
- Adding protein powder boosts the nutritional value, making these bars more satiating.
- Pressing firmly when setting the bars prevents crumbling and helps them hold their shape.
- Store cereal bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness up to one week at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator or freezer.
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