


You don’t want to burn and possibly split the mixture! Do not boil the peanut butter mix – use medium-low heat and watch it carefully.

Then, chill in the fridge for 1 hour.įinally, you can remove the bars from the fridge, lift them out of the pan and slice them into 9 bars! Store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to a week. Use a wooden spoon, or slightly dampen your fingers to press the cereal mix into the pan. You’ll also want to really press in the mix to make sure the bars don’t crumble later. Leave an overhang when you line the pan with foil, so you can easily lift out the bars for slicing later! Make sure you don’t smash the cereal as you stir, and stir until all cereal is completely coated with peanut butter mix.įinally, press this mix into a lined and sprayed 8×8 inch pan. Then take the pot off the heat and stir in 3 heaping cups of Cheerio cereal. Use medium-low heat and keep stirring until you have a smooth paste. Start off by melting the peanut butter, honey and butter in your large pot. Otherwise, it’s a chore to stir the entire mixture. The most important tip to follow is to really use a large pot. Honey: I recommend a clear or light-colored, liquid honey for this recipe.Butter: Stick margarine can be used in place of the butter, but you can leave it out completely if you prefer.So if that’s what you have, it’s worth giving the recipe a try with the natural peanut butter! Peanut butter: I used a regular peanut butter, but I know people make these successfully with natural peanut butter.Ingredients in Cheerio Peanut Butter Bars: Peanut butter, honey, butter and Cheerio cereal. This is just an overview of the ingredients needed – scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for exact quantities and instructions. My “secret” is a tablespoon of butter melted with the peanut butter and honey… You can leave it out if you prefer, but I love how it makes the bars taste even richer. This recipe is so easy, yet so incredibly delicious.

Because otherwise… You’ll spoon all of the mix right into your mouth instead of a square pan. Trust me when I tell you this: Eat something before you make these bars. These Cheerio Peanut Butter Bars are unbelievably easy – just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep, then chill them in the fridge until the bars are set! A great snack, quick breakfast, simple dessert or lunchbox treat.
