Cereal Bars

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Cereal bars offer a delightful combination of crunchy textures and sweet, nutty flavors, making them perfect for a quick snack or a treat for kids. With a mix of cornflakes, Rice Krispies, peanuts, and coconut, all bound together by a rich caramel-like syrup, they are both satisfying and versatile.

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Ingredients

  • 6 c. cornflakes
  • 1 c. salted peanuts
  • 2 c. Rice Krispies
  • 1 c. coconut
  • 1 c. dark corn syrup
  • 1 c. cream
  • 1 c. sugar

Instructions

  1. Mix the dark corn syrup, cream, and sugar in a pan and cook until it reaches the firm ball stage.
  2. Pour the hot syrup mixture over the cereal and nut mixture, stirring to combine thoroughly.
  3. Press the mixture into a large greased pan and let it cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

399 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.4g 13% DV
Total Fat 19.1g 24% DV
Carbs 55.2g 20% DV
Fiber 5.6g 20% DV
Sugar 27g 54% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 298.5mg 13% DV
Potassium 238.5mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 8.8mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 91.8mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Calcium 50.8mg 4% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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