Special K Goodies

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

Sweet and crunchy, these peanut butter and cereal treats are quick to prepare and perfect for a casual snack or a kid-friendly dessert. The combination of honey-like Karo syrup, rich peanut butter, and crispy Special K makes for a delightful, nostalgic treat that everyone will enjoy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. Karo syrup
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 1/2 c. peanut butter
  • 4 c. Special K cereal

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the Karo syrup and sugar to a boil.
  2. Add vanilla and peanut butter, then remove from heat.
  3. Add cereal and mix gently until coated.
  4. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto wax paper and let cool to set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

412 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 14.2g 18% DV
Carbs 52.8g 19% DV
Fiber 4.8g 17% DV
Sugar 30.2g 60% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 148.8mg 6% DV
Potassium 417.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 23.7mg 26% DV
Calcium 223.3mg 17% DV
Iron 9.1mg 50% DV
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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