Best 6 Low Fat Cereal Bars Recipes

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Want to start your day with a healthy and satisfying breakfast or need a quick and portable snack that won't break your diet? Look no further than our collection of low-fat cereal bar recipes! These bars are packed with wholesome grains, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, providing a great source of fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. Whether you prefer crunchy or chewy, sweet or savory, we have a recipe that will satisfy your taste buds. So get ready to discover the perfect low-fat cereal bar recipe that will help you stay energized and on track with your health goals.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LOW FAT CEREAL BARS



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These are good to eat anytime not only for breakfast. Good for snacks and camping and they're healthy too.

Provided by Dorel

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup Rice Krispies
2/3 cup chopped apricot
3 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds (I didn't bother toasting them)
1/4 cup toasted coconut (I don't toast it)
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Melt oil, honey, peanut butter in microwave just until easy to mix up, watch careful, probably 20 seconds or so.
  • Mix in vanilla.
  • Mix all ingredients together and press down well into 8" square pan sprayed with Pam.
  • Make sure you press down firmly.
  • Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
  • Let cool before serving.

LUCKY CEREAL BARS RECIPE



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Lucky cereal bars come together in less than 15 minutes. Super easy to make and magically delicious.

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 cups Lucky Charms Cereal
½ cup butter
10 ounces mini marshmallows (1 package)

Steps:

  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with non stick cooking spray.
  • Measure out the Lucky Charms and place in a big bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot or saucepan over medium/low heat.
  • Add the marshmallows and stir until all are melted.
  • Gently fold in the cereal until it is completely coated with marshmallow.
  • Using a rubber spatula or your fingers, press gently into the prepared pan. Spray your fingertips with non stick cooking spray and it will be easier to spread around.
  • We like to reserve a few of the cereal marshmallows for the top of the bars.
  • Let set up for about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 122 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED OATMEAL BREAKFAST BARS



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I wanted an on-the-go oatmeal bar without the artificial ingredients of commercial bars. This is the base for the bars, a recipe easily modified to suit your own tastes.

Provided by Nichole Tews

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup milk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square pan.
  • Combine oats, brown sugar, white sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Whisk milk, eggs, canola oil, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Stir egg mixture into oats mixture until well combined; set aside until flavors blend, about 20 minutes. Spread oats mixture into prepared square pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 270.6 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

OATY CEREAL BARS



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Delicious snack bars that your children will love!

Provided by TJACKSON

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup white sugar
½ cup honey
½ cup peanut butter
3 cups toasted oat cereal
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13 inch pan. In a large saucepan over medium heat, stir together the sugar and honey. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter until well blended. Stir in the cereal and if desired, stir in the salted peanuts. Press into the prepared pan. Allow to cool until firm, then cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 149 mg, Sugar 16.3 g

WEIGHT WATCHERS LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE CRUNCH BARS (2PTS)



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Make and share this Weight Watchers Low-Fat Chocolate Crunch Bars (2pts) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups chocolate-flavor crisp rice cereal
1 1/2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 tablespoons reduced-fat peanut butter
8 ounces large marshmallows (use half 16-ounce package)
1/3 cup reduced-fat semisweet chocolate morsel

Steps:

  • Spray a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place the rice cereal in a large bowl.
  • In a saucepan combine the marshmallows and margaine with peanut butter; cook stirring constantly over low heat until marshmallows are melted.
  • Pour the marshmallow mixture over the cereal; stir with wooden spoon until well coated.
  • Add/mix in reduced-fat chocolate morsels.
  • Press the mixture into prepared pan, using a rubber spatula to spread out.
  • Cut into 24 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.1, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 71.8, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 11.2, Protein 1

SUPER LOW-FAT GRANOLA CEREAL



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Serve this delicious mix for breakfast with milk, or sprinkle it over yogurt. You can add chopped walnuts or pecans, but it will increase the calorie count. -Kelly Kirby, Westville, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 9 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2% milk or reduced-fat plain yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, raisins, apricots and cranberries; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until brown sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in maple flavoring and vanilla. Pour over oat mixture; stir to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until crisp, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container. Serve with milk or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cereal: Opt for whole-grain cereals like oats, puffed quinoa, or shredded wheat that are high in fiber and low in sugar.
  • Add natural sweeteners: Use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar instead of refined sugar to add sweetness to your bars.
  • Use healthy fats: Incorporate nuts, seeds, or nut butter for a boost of healthy fats and protein.
  • Add fruits and vegetables: Mix in dried fruits like cranberries, raisins, or chopped apples, or grated carrots, zucchini, or spinach for a nutritious twist.
  • Experiment with spices: Enhance the flavor of your bars by adding spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.
  • Don't overcook: Be mindful of the cooking time to prevent the bars from becoming dry and crumbly. Aim for a slightly chewy texture.
  • Store properly: Keep your cereal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze them for longer storage.

Conclusion:

Creating delicious and nutritious low-fat cereal bars at home is a fun and rewarding experience. By following these recipes and incorporating the tips provided, you can enjoy guilt-free snacks that are packed with wholesome ingredients. These cereal bars are perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a satisfying afternoon pick-me-up. Experiment with different flavors and combinations to find your favorite recipes and enjoy the benefits of homemade, low-fat cereal bars.

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