No Bake Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars
These No Bake Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are SO EASY! A sweet and salty snack that’s perfect for lunchboxes or late-night cravings.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar adds sweetness and helps the bars hold together
- 1 cup light corn syrup binds everything together and gives bars chewy texture
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy, adds rich flavor
- 2 teaspoons vanilla enhances flavor
- 1 cup peanuts chopped, adds extra crunch
- 6 cups Cheerios provides light and crispy texture
Instructions
- Prepare your 9x13 inch baking dish by spraying it with non-stick spray or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the white sugar and light corn syrup. Stir continuously until boiling, then cook for an additional 1-2 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the Cheerios and chopped peanuts. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over and gently fold until fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press it down firmly into an even layer.
- Let the bars cool at room temperature for 1-2 hours or refrigerate for quicker results. Once firm, lift out and cut into squares.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
- Non-stick spray or parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze individually for up to three months.
- Use honey instead of corn syrup for a natural sweetener.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Press the mixture firmly into the dish to avoid crumbly bars.