Easy Homemade Cereal Bars (Print Version)
Chewy bars packed with cereal and nut butter—quick to make, perfect for breakfast or as a nutritious snack.
# Ingredients:
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3 cups cereal of choice
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2/3 cup peanut butter or nut butter of choice
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1/2 cup agave, honey, or brown rice syrup
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1/2 tsp salt (optional)
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3 tbsp protein powder (optional)
# Steps:
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Line an 8-inch pan with wax or parchment paper. Double the recipe for a 9x13-inch pan if needed.
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Gently warm the nut butter until stirrable if needed. Stir all ingredients in a large bowl until evenly combined.
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Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared pan. Place a second sheet of parchment paper on top and press the cereal mixture down very firmly to ensure the bars hold together after slicing.
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Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm enough to slice into bars. Cut into desired serving sizes.
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Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator, freezer, or on the counter in a cool, dry place.
# Notes and Tips:
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Press the cereal mixture very firmly to ensure the bars hold their shape after slicing.