Homemade Cereal Bars with Peanut Butter and Honey Recipe
These homemade cereal bars are a quick and healthy snack option that combines your favorite cereal with peanut butter, a natural sweetener, and optional protein powder for an added nutritional boost. Perfect for on-the-go energy or a satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cereal of choice
- 2/3 cup peanut butter or nut butter of choice
- 1/2 cup agave, honey, or brown rice syrup
- Optional: 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 3 tbsp protein powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently warm the peanut butter and agave (or chosen sweetener) until smooth and combined. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cereal, protein powder (if using), and salt (if using). Make sure the mixture is evenly mixed.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the warmed peanut butter and sweetener mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until all the cereal is thoroughly coated.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Line a square or rectangular baking dish with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture into the dish and use a spatula or your hands to firmly press it down evenly to form a compact layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until the mixture has hardened enough to cut into bars.
- Cut and Store: Remove from refrigerator, lift the mixture out using the parchment paper, and cut into bars or squares. Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can customize your bars using any cereal you prefer such as oats, granola, or puffed rice.
- For a vegan option, use agave syrup as the sweetener and ensure the peanut butter contains no animal products.
- Protein powder is optional but great for an extra protein boost.
- Press firmly when spreading the mixture to ensure bars hold together well.
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