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Cheerios Cereal Bars

Sweet and crunchy cereal bars made with marshmallows, caramel, and mix-ins for an easy no-bake treat.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 35 large marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 30 caramels, unwrapped
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups multigrain Cheerios
  • 1/2 cup salted roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 1/2 cup banana chips, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pretzel sticks, chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain M&M’s

Instructions

  • Grease an 8×8-inch square baking dish (glass or metal) and set aside.
  • In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter and unwrapped caramels, stirring until smooth.
  • Add the marshmallows to the pot and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth; remove the pot from the heat.
  • Stir in the vanilla and salt until combined.
  • Add the multigrain Cheerios, chopped peanuts, chopped banana chips, chopped pretzel sticks, and M&M’s to the pot and mix with a sturdy spoon until everything is evenly coated and sticky.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish; butter your fingers or use a piece of parchment and press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
  • Let the bars cool to room temperature, then cut into squares and serve.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch square baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • sturdy spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula or buttered hands

Notes

  • Press the mixture firmly to help bars hold together.
  • Use buttered hands or parchment to prevent sticking when pressing.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.