Gluten-Free Tuesday: Apple Cherry Cereal Bars

Dairy Free
Gluten-Free Tuesday: Apple Cherry Cereal Bars
140 min.
14
160kcal

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Welcome to Gluten-Free Tuesday, where we celebrate delicious and wholesome treats that everyone can enjoy! Today, we’re excited to share a delightful recipe for Apple Cherry Cereal Bars that are not only gluten-free but also dairy-free, making them perfect for a variety of dietary needs. These bars are a fantastic option for breakfast, brunch, or a quick morning meal, providing a satisfying and nutritious start to your day.

Imagine biting into a chewy, sweet bar filled with the delightful flavors of dried apples and cherries, all held together by gooey marshmallows and a crunchy cereal blend. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these bars in no time. They’re perfect for busy mornings or as a snack on the go, and with 14 servings, there’s plenty to share with family and friends!

Not only are these bars easy to make, but they also pack a punch of flavor and texture that will keep you coming back for more. The combination of apple and cinnamon rings cereal with crisp rice cereal creates a delightful crunch, while the dried fruits add a natural sweetness that’s hard to resist. Plus, they’re a great way to incorporate some healthy ingredients like ground flaxseed meal into your diet.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delicious treat that everyone will love. These Apple Cherry Cereal Bars are sure to become a new favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • cup apples finely chopped
  • cups apples gluten-free
  • ounces shortening 
  • cups rice cereal gluten-free crisp
  • 0.8 cup cherries dried finely chopped
  • tablespoons ground flaxseed 
  • 10 ounce marshmallows 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Lightly grease 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In large bowl, toss together cereals, dried cherries, apple chips, and ground flaxseed meal.
  3. In large pot, melt butter over medium-low heat.
  4. Add marshmallows. Stir constantly with wooden spoon until marshmallows are melted and smooth.
  5. Add cereal mixture. Stir quickly to coat cereal with melted marshmallows.
  6. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Using your hands or a piece of parchment paper, pat mixture down evenly into pan. Chill two hours or overnight.
  7. Cut into 14 bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein3.31%
Fat24.88%
Carbs71.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.18
Glycemic Load
11.26
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8660869546559%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.56mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.46mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
2.69mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.08kcal
8%
Fat:4.61g
7.09%
Saturated Fat:1.08g
6.77%
Carbohydrates:29.93g
9.98%
Net Carbohydrates:28.11g
10.22%
Sugar:18.76g
20.84%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:18.26mg
0.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.38g
2.76%
Fiber:1.82g
7.27%
Vitamin A:249.81IU
5%
Vitamin K:2.99µg
2.85%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.74%
Copper:0.05mg
2.55%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.13%
Folate:8.3µg
2.08%
Iron:0.37mg
2.05%
Vitamin C:1.65mg
2%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.95%
Magnesium:7.31mg
1.83%
Phosphorus:16.69mg
1.67%
Potassium:52mg
1.49%
Selenium:1.02µg
1.45%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.28%
Calcium:11.55mg
1.15%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.1%