PEANUT BUTTER CEREAL BARS

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I enjoy giving gifts that are simple and homemade. I cut these bars into squares and serve them on holiday trays as gifts.-Brenda Alexander, Frankton, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
6 cups Rice Chex
1-1/2 cups salted peanuts
1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the cereal and nuts; set aside. In a microwave-safe 1-qt. bowl, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20-40 seconds. Stir and cook 3-5 minutes longer or until sugar is dissolved., Stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Pour sugar mixture over cereal and nuts; stir to coat. Press into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until set., Using foil, lift out of pan. Discard foil; cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Richard Nindi
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These bars were a waste of time and ingredients.


Daberechi Chiemela
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bars turned out too crumbly.


Jose Antonio
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These bars didn't hold together very well.


Rehan Islam
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I found these bars to be a bit dry.


Asier Selamu
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste.


Kazibwe Rogers
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These bars are a great way to sneak some healthy ingredients into my kids' diet.


Ayaso Mercy
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I love that these bars are no-bake. They're perfect for hot summer days.


Zuhaib Sarwar
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These bars are a great source of protein and fiber.


Juliana Cecilia Van Der Merwe
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I've made these bars gluten-free by using gluten-free cereal and oats.


Daniel Diamond
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These bars are so easy to make, even my kids can help.


Gulsher Detho
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I love that these bars are customizable. I've added chocolate chips, dried fruit, and nuts to them before.


Yaadon kay Sang
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover cereal.


Syed tawakal ali Sherazi
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy snack or breakfast on the go.


crystal moola
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These bars are so delicious and easy to make. I love that they're made with healthy ingredients.


Bsbs Hdhd
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


kazi rohan
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These peanut butter cereal bars are a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use different cereals to change up the flavor and texture.


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