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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

    Published: May 4, 2016 · Modified: Oct 10, 2020 by Alyssa · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Easy no-bake peanut butter cereal bars are a delicious breakfast, snack, or even dessert recipe made with Honey Nut Cheerios™. All you need are just four ingredients!

    An overhead shot of cereal bars sliced on a board with a bite taken out of the corner of the middle bar

    It's no surprise that I tend to get sentimental about things. After all, happy tears fall from my eyes at the slightest bit of heartwarming news. Today I'm happy to be getting sentimental about breakfast! (and probably a commercial or two, a picture of a rescue pup on his/her freedom ride, an article about someone following their dreams...)

    Growing up, my dad was out the door early for work so my mom was charged with the task of making sure I wasn't ignoring my alarm clock and got to school on time. She also insisted I eat a substantial breakfast each morning, instilling the importance of an A.M. meal in me that I've carried with me into adulthood.

    Sometimes she surprised me with an extra-special breakfast on certain days (I came downstairs the morning of my S.A.T. exam to find three pancakes waiting for me - one 'S'-, one 'A'- and one 'T'-shaped), but we usually stuck with tried and true favorites, like Cheerios™. 90% of the time we ate Honey Nut Cheerios™, but every so often we'd switch it up and enjoy Apple Cinnamon Cheerios™. Gotta keep things fresh!

    Cheerios arranged in a heart shape on a marble board surrounded by a phone, a candle, and the box.

    Buy a Box/Give a Box promotion

    When I heard that Walmart was offering a "Buy a Box/Give a Box" Cheerios™ promotion, I just knew who I'd share a box with - mia madre! Plus, could the timing be any better with Mother's Day approaching?

    The way this promotion works is simple. When you purchase a specially-marked box of Cheerios™ at Walmart, you'll find a code inside the box that can be entered online to send an E-card to a lucky recipient for them to receive a coupon for a free box of Cheerios™ at their local Walmart. All you need is their email address! Since my parents live across the country, being able to send my mom an unexpected gift virtually is great.

    A woman holding a box of family size Honey Nut Cheerios in front of her

    Recipe ingredients

    To make use of this promotion, I bought Honey Nut Cheerios™ (obvs ♥) and wanted to create a fun breakfast/snack/dessert recipe that I could eat either on-the-go or leisurely at home.

    These no-bake peanut butter cereal bars use just four ingredients and are made either via stovetop or microwave. No need to turn on the oven! That's extra nice given that the warm summer months will be here before we know it.

    You'll need:

    • Honey Nut Cheerios™
    • your favorite peanut butter
    • honey
    • mini chocolate chips (or not - these are optional)

    A slab of sliced cereal bars on a piece of parchment paper with a knife in the background

    Simple recipe steps

    The first step is to melt together the peanut butter and honey. You can do this either in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat. Stir frequently as the mixture melts, until it is smooth and combined.

    Next pour it into a bowl over the Cheerios and stir until they're coated evenly. Press the cereal mixture into a parchment-lined 8" x 8" pan, then press chocolate chips into the top (optional but recommended!)

    Refrigerate the bars for at least 45 minutes before slicing as this helps them slice cleanly.

    As with a lot of no-bake bar recipes, these are best stored in the fridge so they hold their shape. Even after a few days in the fridge they stay nice and crisp, and I wrapped each one individually so they were ready to go and speedy in the morning. Because if there's one thing I know, it's that breakfast is a meal not to skip! Even when you've hit snooze a few too many times. Thanks, Mom!

    An overhead shot of cereal bars sliced on a board with a bite taken out of the corner of the middle bar

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

    Easy no-bake peanut butter cereal bars are a delicious breakfast, snack, or even dessert recipe made with Honey Nut Cheerios™. Just 4 ingredients!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Snack/Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 12 bars
    Calories: 137kcal
    Author: Alyssa

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
    • ½ cup honey
    • 2 ¾ cups Honey Nut Cheerios™
    • 1 tablespoon mini semisweet chocolate chips optional
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    Instructions

    • Line an 8" x 8" pan with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Add peanut butter and honey to a large microwave-safe bowl and heat in short (10-15 second) intervals until mixture is melted and smooth, stirring after each interval. Alternatively you can add peanut butter and honey to a large saucepan set over low heat and stir until melted.
    • Add Cheerios™ to bowl with the peanut butter/honey mixture and stir until the cereal is evenly-coated.
    • Evenly press mixture into the prepared pan, making sure to press down nice and good so that the cereal will stick together once in bar form. Sprinkle chocolate chips over top and press slightly so they adhere. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes before slicing into bars. Bars are best stored in the refrigerator so they retain their shape.

    Notes

    Honey: These bars get their sweetness from the honey. You may decrease the honey a little bit to fit the sweetness to your liking, though I haven't tested them this way. You want for the honey and peanut butter mixture to evenly coat the cereal and hold together once cooled.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bar | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.6g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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    Nutritional information is provided as an estimate. As it can vary due to many factors (brands used, quantities, etc.), we cannot guarantee its accuracy.

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    Comments

    1. Lacie says

      November 26, 2022 at 4:35 pm

      Mine didn't really stick together what did I do wrong?

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        November 30, 2022 at 8:29 am

        Hi Lacie, hmm without being there I'm not really sure. Did you use a natural-style peanut butter that's more oily?

        Reply
    2. DAVID WATKINS says

      January 14, 2020 at 4:23 pm

      we are not able to eat chocolate. any suggestions?

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        January 14, 2020 at 10:00 pm

        Hi David, you can absolutely leave the chocolate chips out! This recipe will work just fine without, or you can add your favorite dried fruit, nuts, etc. in its place.

        Reply
    3. Tammy says

      September 23, 2018 at 3:02 pm

      How many points per bar?

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    4. Jacqueline says

      June 03, 2016 at 12:22 am

      So where do the chocolate chips come in (in your directions)?

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        June 03, 2016 at 7:13 am

        Hi Jacqueline, sorry for the oversight! They are sprinkled over top of the bars right after you spread the mixture into your pan. I've added this step to the recipe - thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    5. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

      May 07, 2016 at 11:03 am

      Aw, your mom sounds like the sweetest! I love that she made you S.A.T. pancakes! These cereal bars sound delicious!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        May 07, 2016 at 9:05 pm

        Hehe she is! Thanks Nat!

        Reply
    6. Ashley@CookNourishBliss says

      May 05, 2016 at 7:31 am

      My mom was the same way - she definitely insisted on us eating a good breakfast before school! These bars look delicious! Perfect for snacking too!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        May 06, 2016 at 10:11 pm

        My love for breakfast started early! haha thanks Ashley!

        Reply
    7. Nostramomous says

      May 04, 2016 at 12:11 pm

      Sweet memories Alyssa! Love the post today!

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        May 06, 2016 at 9:37 pm

        Thank you <3

        Reply
    8. marcie says

      May 04, 2016 at 8:59 am

      We love Honey Nut Cheerios, and these bars look incredible, Alyssa! I love how easy they are and you can't beat PB&C especially when Cheerios are involved. 🙂

      Reply
      • Alyssa says

        May 06, 2016 at 9:29 pm

        Thanks Marcie! And yes, PB&C is always a winner! 🙂

        Reply

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