Best 7 Cereal Squares Recipes

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Get ready to treat yourself to a delectable culinary creation: our cereal squares. These scrumptious treats will tantalize your taste buds with their delightful combination of flavors and textures. With a crispy cereal base, a chewy marshmallow filling, and a decadent chocolate topping, these cereal squares are sure to become a hit among family and friends. In this article, we will explore the best recipe for cereal squares, providing you with a step-by-step guide to make these delicious treats in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a delightful baking adventure as we uncover the secrets of crafting the ultimate cereal squares!

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GOLDEN GRAHAM CEREAL S'MORES SQUARES



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Make and share this Golden Graham Cereal S'mores Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Susyn

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 18-24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup light corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter
11 1/2 ounces milk chocolate chips (1pkg.)
1 teaspoon vanilla
9 cups Golden Grahams cereal (1 pkg.)
3 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Grease 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Heat syrup, butter and morsels to boiling stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla.
  • Pour over cereal in bowl, toss until coated.
  • Fold in marshmallows 1 cup at a time.
  • Press into pan with buttered back of spoon.
  • Let stand 1 hour.
  • Cut into 2 inch squares.
  • Store at room temperature.

CEREAL SQUARES



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My mom made these while I was growing up, and now I make them for my family. Always a favorite at Christmas parties too! Easy to make. Recommend to keep squares in fridge right up until serving.

Provided by BBajema

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups toasted oat cereal (such as Cheerios®)
3 cups corn flake cereal
1 cup peanuts
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup corn syrup
½ cup butter
½ cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine oat cereal, corn flake cereal, and peanuts together in a large bowl.
  • Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal mixture; stir to coat. Press coated cereal mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 131.2 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

PUFFED WHEAT CEREAL SQUARES



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Make and share this Puffed Wheat Cereal Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cheffet22

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup margarine
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup cocoa
9 cups puffed wheat cereal

Steps:

  • Melt ingredients except puffed wheat in bowl in microwave, until it boils, stir while heating.
  • Pour over puffed wheat mix well.
  • Pat into greased pan with dampened hands.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 17.7, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 10.6, Protein 0.8

CINNAMON TOAST CRUNCH® CEREAL ALMOND SQUARES



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All it takes for these bars is 10 minutes and four ingredients!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ cereal
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 8-inch square pan with heavy-duty foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In food processor or blender, place cereal. Cover; process until cereal is finely crushed. In medium bowl, mix crushed cereal and melted butter. Press in bottom of pan.
  • Pour condensed milk over crumb mixture. Top evenly with almonds.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours. For squares, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Square, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

YUM YUM CEREAL SQUARES



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Tasty and so easy to make. When you reach for one on the Christmas tray, remember all the vitamins and minerals you get from eating your cereal !!

Provided by Chef Dee

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 5m

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups corn syrup
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 cups crunchy peanut butter
4 cups Rice Krispies
5 cups corn flakes

Steps:

  • In a large Pam sprayed mixing bowl, combine the cereals.
  • In a large pot, heat the corn syrup and brown sugar over med. heat.
  • Stir continually until all of the sugar has dissolved.
  • Turn the heat to low, add peanut butter, stir until smooth and peanut butter has melted, being careful not to scorch.
  • When mixture is well blended, pour over cereal.
  • Spoon into Pam sprayed 11 x 16 pan.
  • When cool, cut 6 down and 10 across for dainty size.
  • If you would like thicker squares for a children's treat, use a 9x13 pan.

PEANUT CEREAL SQUARES



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"When I need to throw together something in a hurry, I turn to these no-bake squares," says Kathy Steffen. "And because the recipe doesn't include chocolate, you can pack them for long drives or vacations without worrying about melted-chocolate messes," she writes from her Fond du Lac, Wisconsin home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups Rice Chex
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup salted peanuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place cereal in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; set aside. , In a large saucepan, bring corn syrup and sugar to a boil; boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in peanut butter until blended. Stir in peanuts and vanilla. Pour over cereal. Cool completely. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CEREAL ICE CREAM DESSERT SQUARES



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One day I was craving a dessert I had ages ago that my cousin had made with rice chex and ice cream. I didn't have the recipe, so I went into cyberspace and found an award winning similar recipe from the HoosierKitcheNet! This dessert is great in the summer, or anytime of the year when you might be craving ice cream with a crunch! (Prep time includes time for freezing dessert).

Provided by SilentCricket

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 7h

Yield 1 9x13 pan, 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

5/8 cup butter, melted
3 cups Corn Chex or 3 cups Rice Chex, crushed
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup almonds, slivered and toasted
1/2 gallon ice cream, slightly softened (I prefer good 'ol vanilla, but fudge ripple and strawberry are close seconds! Choose your favorite!)

Steps:

  • Mix together the above ingredients except the ice cream.
  • Reserve 1 1/2 cups of mixture for topping.
  • Pat the remaining mixture into bottom of a greased 9x13" pan.
  • Spread 1/2 gallon of softened ice cream on the cereal mixture in pan.
  • Sprinkle the 1 1/2 cups reserved cereal mixture on top of ice cream.
  • Cover and freeze several hours, or overnight.
  • Cut into squares.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture in your cereal squares.
  • If you don't have cereal flakes on hand, you can use oats, granola, or even crumbled cookies.
  • Be sure to grease or line your baking pan with parchment paper to prevent the squares from sticking.
  • For a chewier texture, bake the squares for a few minutes longer.
  • Let the squares cool completely before cutting them into bars or squares.
  • Store the cereal squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can also freeze the squares for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Cereal squares are a quick, easy, and delicious snack or breakfast option. They're also a great way to use up leftover cereal flakes. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a cereal square recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give cereal squares a try!

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