Description
These easy Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are a simple, no-bake treat made with just three ingredients: peanut butter, honey, and plain Cheerios. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes, this kid-friendly recipe is quick to make and full of sweet, crunchy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (preferably unsalted, with peanuts as the only ingredient)
- 1/2 cup honey (Avoid honey for children under 1 year old)
- 4 cups plain Cheerios
Instructions
- Prepare Dish: Line an 8×8 or 9×9 square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Melt Ingredients: In a microwave-safe dish, combine peanut butter and honey. Microwave on high for about 30 seconds, then stir until smooth. Alternatively, heat on the stovetop over low heat.
- Mix In Cheerios: Pour the Cheerios into the melted mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Press & Chill: Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish and press it firmly into an even layer. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Slice & Store: Once firm, lift the bars out using the parchment paper, slice them into squares, and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Notes
- To make this recipe nut-free, replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Add-ins like mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, or chia seeds can enhance the flavor and nutrition.
- For vegan bars, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-bake recipe)
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American