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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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ Made with simple ingredients that can be found in your pantry or at any grocery store, these bars are not only delicious but also budget-friendly.
✔️ Whether you need a quick pick-me-up in the afternoon or are looking for an easy and tasty treat to pack for your next road trip, these bars have got you covered.
✔️ Also these cereal bars are kid-friendly which makes them perfect for an after-school snack.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- white sugar
- light corn syrup
- peanut butter
- Cheerios cereal
- lightly salted peanuts
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.
Equipment
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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 are the best ones to use. 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.
Test kitchen tips
- 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, make sure to spread it evenly and press firmly. This will ensure that your bars hold together and don't fall apart.
- 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.
Variations
- The honey in this recipe can be swapped for maple syrup or agave nectar if you prefer.
- 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. THAT would be amazing!
- You can use a different cereal, like Rice Chex or Corn Chex for a different treat!
Storage
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.
Related recipes
Looking for more easy recipes and tasty treats? I gotcha covered!
- If you are looking for another delicious cereal bar recipe you may also enjoy these Heart Shaped Rice Krispies Treats. It's another no bake recipe that your kids will love.
- These Crispy Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies are a great option for an on-the-go snack and are sure to please the peanut butter lovers in your life.
- Peanut Butter Snowballs are another rich treat that is bursting with peanut butter flavor. Plus, you don't have to turn on the oven to make them!
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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
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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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