Best 6 Microwave Cheerio Treats Recipes

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Microwave Cheerio treats are a quick and easy snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with just a few simple ingredients, including Cheerios cereal, butter, marshmallows, and sugar. The treats can be made in the microwave in just a few minutes, and they are always a hit with kids. They are also a great way to use up leftover Cheerios. This article will provide you with a few of our favorite recipes for microwave Cheerio treats, so you can find the perfect one to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEERIO TREATS



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In Wynot, Nebraska, Penny Reifenrath uses peanut butter, Cheerios and candies to put a tooth-tingling spin on marshmallow-cereal bars. "Whether I take them to picnics or bake sales, I'm always asked for the recipe," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup peanut butter
5 cups Cheerios
1 cup milk chocolate M&M's

Steps:

  • Place butter and marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until melted. Stir in peanut butter until blended. Add the cereal and M&M's. Spoon into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; press down gently. Cool slightly before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MICROWAVE CHEERIO TREATS



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The kids will line up for these. They like to help make them too! Whenever I take these somewhere, I am always asked for the recipe.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 8m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
1 (10 ounce) package mini marshmallows
1/2 cup peanut butter
5 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal
1 cup M&M's plain chocolate candy

Steps:

  • Put butter and marshmallows in lg microwave bowl.
  • Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes, until puffed.
  • Stir in the peanut butter; blend well.
  • Add cereal and M&M's; mix well.
  • Spoon into greased 13x9 baking dish; press down gently.
  • Cool before cutting.

CEREAL TREATS I



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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

3 tablespoons butter
6 cups miniature marshmallows
½ cup peanut butter
5 cups toasted oat cereal

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

CHEERIOS MARSHMALLOW BARS



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Make and share this Cheerios Marshmallow Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by delilah

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons butter
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows (6 cups)
5 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal

Steps:

  • In large bowl, microwave butter and marshmallows uncovered until smooth (about 2 minutes). Stir every minute.
  • Immediately stir in cereal until evenly coated. Press mixture firmly into sprayed pan.
  • Cut into 24 bars.

NO-BAKE 3-INGREDIENT CHEERIOS™ BARS



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Good-for-you Cheerios® cereal and two other ingredients make an irresistible no-bake bar.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 bag (10 oz) miniature marshmallows (6 cups)
5 cups Cheerios™ cereal

Steps:

  • Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter and marshmallows uncovered on High about 2 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture is smooth. Remove from microwave.
  • Immediately stir in cereal until evenly coated. Pour cereal mixture into pan. With buttered back of a spoon, press mixture in pan until even. Cool at least 10 minutes.
  • With table knife, cut cereal mixture into 6 rows by 4 rows to make 24 bars. Store in loosely covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

NO-BAKE CARAMEL CHEERIOS™ BARS



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No-bake bars are a breeze to make. A cool microwave keeps the heat out of the kitchen and the sweet satisfaction in.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups Honey Nut Cheerios™ cereal
1 bag (14 oz) vanilla caramels, unwrapped
3 tablespoons water
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup semisweet or milk chocolate chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
1/4 cup M&M's® minis chocolate candies

Steps:

  • Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Place cereal in large bowl; set aside.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave unwrapped caramels and water uncovered on High 2 minutes 30 seconds to 4 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture is smooth. Remove from microwave.
  • Pour caramel mixture over cereal in bowl; stir until cereal is evenly coated. Gently stir in marshmallows. Pour cereal mixture into pan. With buttered back of spoon, press mixture in pan until even.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture is smooth. Drizzle chocolate over top of cereal mixture. Sprinkle M&M's™ minis chocolate candies evenly over chocolate. Refrigerate until mixture is firm and glaze is set, about 1 hour.
  • With table knife, cut cereal mixture into 9 rows by 4 rows to make 36 bars. Store in loosely covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh butter, marshmallows, and Cheerios will give you the best-tasting treats.
  • Don't overcook the mixture: Cook the mixture in the microwave for just long enough until the marshmallows are melted and the mixture is smooth.
  • Stir the mixture frequently: Stirring the mixture frequently will help to prevent it from scorching.
  • Use a large bowl: The mixture will expand as it cooks, so use a large bowl to give it plenty of room to grow.
  • Don't crowd the pan: When you're pressing the mixture into the pan, don't crowd it in. Leave some space between the pieces so that they can cook evenly.
  • Let the treats cool completely: Before you cut and serve the treats, let them cool completely. This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Microwave Cheerio treats are a quick and easy snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're a great way to use up leftover Cheerios, and they're also a fun and festive treat for parties and gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of time, you can make a batch of delicious Microwave Cheerio treats that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or dessert, give Microwave Cheerio treats a try. You won't be disappointed!

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