How to Make Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars in 4 Easy Steps

Looking for a simple no-bake snack that’s perfect for the whole family? You’re in the right place! Today, I’m excited to share with you how to make delicious Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars in just 4 easy steps. These bars are not only a breeze to prepare, but they’re also a healthy and tasty option for school lunches, after-school snacks, or even as a quick energy boost for busy moms like me!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy to make—no baking required!
• Perfect for snacks for toddlers and kids of all ages.
• Customizable with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit.
• Great for meal prep or on-the-go snacks.
• Healthy and wholesome ingredients that you can feel good about serving your family.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make these tasty bars:

• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup honey
• 4 cups plain Cheerios

Full ingredient list with measurements is provided in the printable recipe card below.

How to Make the Recipe

Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of making these Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars:

1. Melt the honey and peanut butter: In a microwave-safe dish, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until the mixture turns to liquid. Stir well to combine.
2. Add in Cheerios: Pour the Cheerios into the dish with the peanut butter mixture and mix until the cereal is evenly coated.
3. Press into a dish: Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 or 9×9 square dish lined with parchment paper, or flatten it out on a cookie sheet. Press down firmly to ensure it’s evenly spread.
4. Refrigerate and slice: Refrigerate the mixture until it hardens, then slice into bars. You can also store them covered in the fridge for up to a week.

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

Here are some tips to ensure your Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars turn out perfectly:

• Use a high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor.
• If the mixture is too sticky, you can add a little more Cheerios. If it’s too dry, add a drizzle of honey.
• Let the bars harden completely before slicing for clean cuts.

How to Serve

These bars are versatile and can be served in a variety of ways:

• As a quick snack for kids on the go.
• As part of a quick toddler lunch or meal prep.
• As a post-workout snack for adults.

Make Ahead and Storage

These bars are perfect for making ahead and storing:

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
• Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw when needed.

Looking for more delicious and easy snack ideas? Check out these No-Bake Brownie Bites, Frozen Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Bites, and Blueberry Swirl Yogurt Bites for more inspiration!

There you have it—a simple, delicious, and healthy snack that’s perfect for the whole family. Give these Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars a try and let me know what you think in the comments below!

Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars

No-bake bars made with peanut butter, honey, and Cheerios, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.

Print Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 8 bars

Calories 2500 kcal

Ingredients

  

• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup honey
• 4 cups plain Cheerios

Instructions

 

• Melt the honey and peanut butter in a microwave-safe dish in the microwave until it turns to liquid.
• Add in Cheerios, and mix well.
• Put into an 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 square dish lined with parchment paper, or flatten out on a cookie sheet.
• Refrigerate until hardened then slice into bars.
• Store covered in the fridge.

Notes

Line the dish with parchment paper for easy removal and cutting.

Keyword peanut butter