Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are the perfect snack for any occasion. Crunchy, gooey, and peanut buttery, you can't go wrong with this sweet treat!
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What makes this recipe irresistible
Made with just 5 simple ingredients that can be found in your pantry or at any grocery store. These bars are not only delicious but also budget-friendly.
These are great for a sweet treat, potlucks or your holiday dessert tray! Cereal bars are kid-friendly, which makes a great after-school snack.
Ingredients you’ll need
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- white sugar
- light corn syrup
- I use creamy peanut butter in this recipe, but chunky peanut butter tastes great too!
- Cheerios cereal - honey nut, multigrain or regular Cheerios.
- lightly salted peanuts
Creative variations to try
- Not a fan of peanut butter? Try using almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter instead.
- For a chocolate lover's twist, add some semisweet or dark chocolate chips to your cereal mixture. Chopped pecans are another great addition.
- I have a friend that added a couple tablespoons of tahini to the bars. That was delicious!
Step-by-step instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Spray 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray, set aside.
- In large dutch oven, heat sugar and karo syrup just to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat.Stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Stir in cheers and peanuts until they are evenly coated.
- Press into baking dish, using buttered back of spoon.
- Cool 1 hour. Cut into squares.
- No need to refrigerate. Store loosely covered.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
If you want to get smooth evenly cut bars then line your baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and give that parchment paper a spray of nonstick cooking spray. Then you can remove the entire pan at one time for even cutting.
Many folks use original Cheerios however, you can use multigrain, or I prefer Honey Nut Cheerios!
Yes, once you press the bars into your baking dish, you can add shredded coconut, M&M's, or sprinkles to the top of the bars.
Deb’s tips for the perfect dish
Spray the back of your spoon with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the mixture from sticking. It will make it easier to spread it into an even layer in the pan.
- Make sure you spray the baking dish so your bars do not stick. However, you could also line it with parchment paper for easy removal and cutting.
- When pressing the cereal mixture into the baking dish, spread it evenly and press firmly. This will ensure that your bars hold together and don't fall apart.
How to store leftovers
Storage - Store these no bake peanut butter Cheerio bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Freezer - You can also wrap them individually in plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container and freeze them for up to three months.
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Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup (I used Karo Syrup)
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 6 cups Cheerios cereal
- 1 cup salted peanuts
Instructions
- Spray 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray, set aside.
- In large dutch oven, heat sugar and karo syrup just to boiling over medium heat. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Stir in cheerios and peanuts until they are evenly coated.
- Spoon the Cheerio peanut butter mixture into the baking pan. Press into the dish using the buttered back of a spoon.
- Cool 1 hour. Cut into squares. Enjoy!
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