Start your day with these easy-to-make chocolate cereal breakfast bars, perfect for a quick, delightful, and nutritious morning treat.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
75 min
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
Instructions
Prepare the pan
Line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Melt the chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
Pro tip: Avoid overheating the chocolate to prevent burning.
Combine the wet ingredients
In a medium saucepan over low heat, mix honey and peanut butter until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Mix the cereals
In a large bowl, combine the mixed cereal. Pour the honey mixture over the cereals and mix until well coated.
Pro tip: Use a spatula to ensure even coating.
Add chocolate
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cereal mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Press into pan
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Use a spatula to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Pro tip: Pack it tightly for firm bars.
Chill the bars
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour until set and firm.
Cut and serve
Lift the bars out of the pan using parchment overhang and cut into 12 even bars.
Pro tip: For clean cuts, use a sharp knife.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a silicone spatula to press the mixture firmly into the pan for even bars.
- For a crunchier texture, use a mix of different cereals.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting for clean edges.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different cereals?
Yes, you can use any combination of cereals like rice cereal, oats, or cornflakes.
How many calories are in a chocolate cereal breakfast bar?
Each bar contains approximately 215 calories.
Can these bars be frozen?
Yes, these bars can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap them individually for best results.
What can I use instead of peanut butter?
You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
How long do these bars last?
Stored in an airtight container, these bars will last up to a week at room temperature or longer if refrigerated.
Serving Suggestions
Nutrition per serving
215
Calories
4g
Protein
12g
Fat
25g
Carbs
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