Do you remember the days of making cereal treats during your childhood? Those delicious treats were crispy, gooey, and packed with sweetness. If you want to relive those childhood memories or introduce your kids to a fun and easy snack, then cereal treats might be the perfect option! Cereal treats can also make a great addition to your next party. The best cereal treats combine the perfect mix of cereal, marshmallows, butter, and vanilla extract, creating a delightful treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe for cereal treats, ensuring they come out crispy, gooey, and bursting with flavor.
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CEREAL TREATS I
This version has no chocolate topping, but it would be easy to melt chocolate chips and spread them over the top. We have a nut allergy in our family and I omit the peanut butter and substitute 1/2 cup of butterscotch chips melted with the margarine instead.
Provided by Angela
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spray a 13 x 9 inch pan on bottom and sides with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl in microwave, melt margarine. Add marshmallows, stir to coat. Microwave on high 1 1/2 minutes or until smooth when stirred for 45 seconds. Stir in peanut butter.
- Add cereal all at once and stir quickly to coat. With buttered spatula, press into prepared pan. Cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 175.1 mg, Sugar 15.8 g
FRUITY CEREAL TREATS
Standard crispy rice treats get a colorful makeover with the addition of dried fruit and fruit-flavored cereal.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 55m
Yield 25 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with enough foil so that there's a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Grease the foil with butter.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add half of the marshmallows and cook, stirring occasionally, until the marshmallows melt completely, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of the vanilla and a small pinch of salt. Add the crispy rice cereal and stir with a rubber spatula, making sure to scrape up the bottom, until the cereal is completely coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and pat down into an even layer (use the bottom of a measuring cup to help).
- Clean the pot out and repeat the process with the remaining butter, marshmallows, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, fruit flavored cereal flakes, dried fruit and a small pinch of salt. Spoon the mixture directly on top of the puffed rice cereal and pat down into an even layer. Let sit at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Cut into 25 small squares. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
3-INGREDIENT CHOCOLATE CEREAL TREATS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chocolate candy, marshmallow, puffed rice cereal
Provided by Camille Bergerson
Categories Desserts
Yield 9 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Prepare a square glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- Melt marshmallows over medium heat in a nonstick pan. Stir every 30 seconds to avoid burning. (TIP! spray your spatula with nonstick cooking spray to make stirring easier.)
- Once the marshmallows are melted, add in the rice cereal and chocolates. Stir until fully combined.
- Stir until fully combined.
- Scoop the mixture into the sprayed baking dish and flatten with a spatula.
- Cool for 30 minutes, then cut into squares.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 25 grams
CEREAL TREATS
These cereal treats are like rice krispy treats but different and yet very tasty!... you can use any type of cereal you like and can add in dried fruit, chocolate chips, marshmallows, etc. I have made these with many different combinations (such as grape nuts, honey & Nutella and omitting the sugar because it is just sweet without, but play around with it and Just have fun with this recipe!
Provided by Meowmix318
Categories Candy
Time 15m
Yield 20 bars, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan with plastic wrap.
- Pour cereal into a large bowl.
- In medium saucepan, combine sugar & corn syrup.
- Stir occasionally and bring to a boil over medium heat; boil 1 minute.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Pour over cereal; stir to coat.
- Press evenly into prepared pan.
- Cool about 15 to 20 minutes Invert onto cutting board; remove plastic wrap. Cut into bars. (Or you can drop by the teaspoon on wax paper instead of placing into pan).
- (For microwave directions, Prepare pan in step 1 as above.
- In 2 quart microwavable bowl, combine sugar, corn syrup & peanut butter. Microwave on high, stirring twice, 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until mixture is smooth and sugar has dissolved. Complete as in step 7 and on).
- (You can also drizzle melted chocolate over cereal bars or make a flavored glaze and drizzle over bars, the possibilities are up to you! Have fun!).
- For non Apian Vegetarians/Vegans do not use the honey. Ask before making if you are making this for a gift to be sure they consume honey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.1, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 59.6, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 15.3, Protein 3.2
CRISPY CEREAL TREATS
For a no-bake treat just right for lunchboxes or after school, try this fun twist on a childhood favorite that goes beyond the usual "Snap, Crackle, and Pop" blueprint and plays with other great combinations found in the cereal aisle. Each of the four variations uses the same marshmallow base-whether you want to use the mix-ins to take it in a chocolatey, tropical, or fruity direction is entirely up to you!
Provided by Riley Wofford
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Makes 16
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with softened butter. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add marshmallows; cook, stirring, until melted. Remove from heat.
- Stir in cereal and chosen mix-ins to combine. Press into prepared pan; let stand until firm, about 1 hour. Cut into squares and serve, or store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh butter, marshmallows, and cereal will give your cereal treats the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the mixture: The mixture should be cooked until it reaches the soft ball stage, which is 235 degrees Fahrenheit (113 degrees Celsius). If you overcook it, the cereal treats will be hard and chewy.
- Use a large bowl: The mixture will expand as it cooks, so it's important to use a large bowl to prevent it from overflowing.
- Grease the pan: To prevent the cereal treats from sticking to the pan, grease it with butter or cooking spray before pouring in the mixture.
- Let the cereal treats cool completely: Before cutting and serving the cereal treats, let them cool completely in the pan. This will help them to set and hold their shape.
Conclusion:
Cereal treats are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or dessert. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of cereal treats that the whole family will enjoy. Get creative and experiment with different flavors and toppings to find your favorite combination.
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