Quick Peanut Butter Squares

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

Sweet, crunchy peanut butter squares with a caramel-like flavor, perfect for quick snacks or treats that appeal to both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 8 to 10 ounces corn flakes

Instructions

  1. Bring the brown sugar and corn syrup to a boil over low heat.
  2. Remove from heat and mix in the peanut butter and corn flakes.
  3. Stir until the cereal is well coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
  5. Allow to cool and set, then cut into squares.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

391 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8g 16% DV
Total Fat 8.7g 11% DV
Carbs 74.4g 27% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 47.5g 95% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 285.3mg 12% DV
Potassium 227.3mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 245.3mcg 27% DV
Vitamin C 16.3mg 18% DV
Vitamin D 1.8mcg 9% DV
Calcium 30mg 2% DV
Iron 5.5mg 31% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk Peanut

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % 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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