Mom's Cheerios Bars

Simple, sweet, and impossibly satisfying, Mom's Cheerios Bars are the ultimate no-bake treat that brings comfort and nostalgia to your kitchen. This 5-ingredient recipe combines crunchy Cheerios cereal, creamy peanut butter, and golden honey, with just a touch of vanilla and melty mini chocolate chips for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, these kid-approved, homemade snack bars are a breeze to whip up and require no oven time—just a quick chill in the fridge. Perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these wholesome cereal bars are naturally sweetened and packed with a delightful crunch in every bite. Whether you’re looking for an easy family favorite or a quick grab-and-go snack, Mom's Cheerios Bars are the perfect solution!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cheerios cereal
• 1 cup Peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon Butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter and honey. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, add the Cheerios cereal. Pour the peanut butter and honey mixture over the Cheerios, and use a spatula to gently fold until all the cereal is evenly coated.

Step 5

Let the mixture cool slightly, about 2-3 minutes, then fold in the mini chocolate chips (reserve 2 tablespoons of the chocolate chips for topping, if desired).

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or lightly greased hands to press the mixture evenly into the pan.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved mini chocolate chips on top and press them gently into the surface.

Step 8

Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 9

Once set, remove the bars from the pan and cut into 12 even squares.

Step 10

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(538.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2537.5

Total Fat 154.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.0g
Cholesterol 10.4mg	0%
Sodium 640.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 151.6g
Protein 72.3g	0%

Vitamin D 162.3IU	0%
Calcium 560.8mg	0%
Iron 38.7mg	0%
Potassium 2221.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 38.6%