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Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars

January 30, 2018 by Emily Hill 10 Comments

Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack!

Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars -- Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack! | #recipes #breakfast

While krispie treats are high on my list of favorite quick-and-easy desserts, these easy no-bake cereal bars are currently high on my list of quick-and-easy breakfast foods.

Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars -- Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack! | #recipes #breakfast

You basically take your favorite Cheerios cereal, combine it with melted peanut butter and honey, and then spread the mixture in an 8×8-inch pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and you have one delicious pan of no-bake cereal bars.

Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars -- Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack! | #recipes #breakfast

I tried these cereal bars with the new Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerios and Banana Nut Cheerios. Both were super yummy, though if you’re a fan of that whole peanut butter and chocolate combo, for sure go with the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerios.

I will say the hint of cinnamon in the Banana Nut Cheerios was a really nice touch when combined with the creamy peanut butter and honey.

Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars -- Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack! | #recipes #breakfast

If you want to make these gluten-free along with dairy-free, vegan and oil-free, pick up a box of classic or Honey Nut Cheerios. Both flavors would be totally yummy in these easy no-bake cereal bars!

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Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars -- Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack! | #recipes #breakfast
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Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack!

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 bars
Author: Emily Hill
Ingredients
  • 4 cups Cheerios cereal
  • 2/3 cup + 2 T all-natural peanut butter
  • 2/3 cup + 2 T raw honey
Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper; set aside.

  2. Add cereal to a large mixing bowl. Place peanut butter and honey in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds; stir carefully until thoroughly combined.

  3. Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal; gently fold cereal until thoroughly coated.

  4. Pour mixture into lined baking dish; press firmly into place. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before cutting into bars. (Cut pan in half vertically and then into sixths horizontally.) Store in an airtight container in fridge for best texture and flavor.

Recipe Notes

Chocolate Peanut Butter, Banana Nut, Honey Nut and classic Cheerios all taste great in this recipe!

If honey is not your thing, try another sweetener like maple syrup or brown rice syrup.

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Comments

  1. Jeni @ Biscuits & Booze

    January 30, 2018 at 11:38 am

    These actually look fun to make. We have a road trip coming up soon, and I think these would be super yummy to take along. :)

    Reply
    • Emily Hill

      January 30, 2018 at 11:52 am

      These would be great for a road trip for sure!

      Reply
  2. Sara

    January 30, 2018 at 12:15 pm

    These look like a perfect breakfast or snack for busy days!

    Reply
    • Emily Hill

      January 30, 2018 at 4:11 pm

      Every day is a busy day around here so they’re a great quick meal option!

      Reply
  3. Scarlet @ Family Blog

    January 30, 2018 at 12:15 pm

    Wow, so simple but they look so good. I will have to try these for my children’s lunch boxes.

    Reply
    • Emily Hill

      January 30, 2018 at 4:10 pm

      I bet they’ll love them! Better pack extra so they can share! :)

      Reply
  4. Pam

    January 30, 2018 at 12:36 pm

    I can’t believe how simple and delicious these are! And, I can think of lots of variations… endless possibilities!

    Reply
    • Emily Hill

      January 30, 2018 at 4:10 pm

      That’s the best part–all the options!

      Reply
  5. Christina Day

    March 11, 2018 at 11:41 pm

    What else could be used instead of peanut butter for a nut allergy?

    Reply
    • Emily Hill

      March 12, 2018 at 9:38 pm

      I really don’t know. I don’t have much experience substituting for peanut butter. I’m sorry!

      Reply

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