Description
Magical Marshmallow Cereal Bars bring childhood nostalgia to life with sweet, crunchy layers of classic breakfast memories. Crisp cereal and gooey marshmallows meld into an irresistible treat you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- chocolate chips
- nuts
- dried fruit
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch pan by coating with non-stick spray or lining with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars.
- In a spacious saucepan, gently melt butter over low heat, then gradually add marshmallows, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Remove the marshmallow mixture from heat and quickly incorporate vanilla extract, creating a fragrant base for the cereal bars.
- Immediately fold in the cereal, using a spatula to ensure every crisp piece is thoroughly coated with the sweet marshmallow mixture.
- Transfer the sticky mixture to the prepared pan, using dampened hands or a spatula to evenly distribute and firmly compress the bars, creating a smooth, compact surface.
- Allow the bars to set at room temperature for approximately 45 minutes, enabling them to solidify and become easier to slice.
- Once completely cooled, cut into uniform squares or rectangles using a sharp knife, creating clean, precise edges for serving.
Notes
- Choose unsalted butter for better control of sweetness and salt levels in the recipe.
- Opt for crispy rice cereal or a gluten-free alternative to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Experiment with different mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or nuts to create unique flavor combinations.
- Use a piece of wax paper or greased spatula to press the mixture evenly into the pan for uniform bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg