Holiday Cereal Bears

Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Holiday Cereal Bears
60 min.
7
347kcal

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Get ready to bring some festive cheer to your breakfast table with these delightful Holiday Cereal Bears! Perfect for family gatherings, brunches, or simply a fun morning meal, these adorable treats are not only visually appealing but also dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine starting your day with a whimsical twist—these charming bears are made from a delicious blend of marshmallows and your favorite Nestlé® cereal, creating a sweet and crunchy texture that kids and adults alike will love. The addition of colorful candy bits and chewy fruit snack rolls adds a playful touch, making them a hit for holiday celebrations or any special occasion.

With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these delightful bears to share with friends and family. Each serving is packed with flavor and fun, boasting only 347 calories, so you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests or simply want to brighten up your morning routine, these Holiday Cereal Bears are sure to bring smiles all around. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the festivities begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 10 oz marshmallows 
  • cups corn flakes/bran flakes 
  • tablespoon chocolate chips 
  • small candy hearts 
  •  bacon bits red miniature
  • 14  bacon bits blue miniature
  • 21  bacon bits green miniature
  • 4.5 oz snack peppers red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • cookie cutter
  • microwave
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Melt butter in Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
  2. Add marshmallows; cook until marshmallows are melted, stirring frequently. Stir in cereal until well coated. Cool 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, line large cookie sheet with waxed paper; spray paper with nonstick cooking spray. Spray inside of 5 to 6-inch open bear cookie cutter.
  4. Place sprayed cookie cutter on sprayed waxed paper. Generously butter or spray hands and fingers.
  5. Press cereal mixture into cookie cutter, packing tightly.
  6. Remove cookie cutter; place in different spot on waxed paper. Continue forming bears until all mixture is used. If necessary, respray cookie cutter.
  7. Place chocolate chips in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds; stir until melted and smooth. If necessary, microwave an additional 20 seconds. Attach candy heart to each bear with small amount of melted chocolate.
  8. With melted chocolate, attach red baking bits for noses, blue baking bits for eyes and green baking bits for buttons.
  9. Cut strips of chewy fruit snack rolls and tie around neck of each bear.
  10. Let stand 30 minutes to set. Wrap each bear in plastic wrap; tie ribbon around neck.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein6.73%
Fat22.96%
Carbs70.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.54
Glycemic Load
35.53
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.779130458832%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:347.48kcal
17.37%
Fat:9.55g
14.69%
Saturated Fat:2.15g
13.44%
Carbohydrates:65.79g
21.93%
Net Carbohydrates:58.48g
21.27%
Sugar:32.66g
36.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:400.92mg
17.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.3g
12.59%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.35%
Folate:245.18µg
61.29%
Iron:9.81mg
54.53%
Vitamin A:1717.75IU
34.36%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.85%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
32.13%
Vitamin B3:6.03mg
30.17%
Vitamin B12:1.79µg
29.91%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.59%
Fiber:7.31g
29.24%
Vitamin C:23.46mg
28.43%
Selenium:19.15µg
27.36%
Magnesium:87.45mg
21.86%
Phosphorus:176.81mg
17.68%
Zinc:1.89mg
12.59%
Copper:0.25mg
12.31%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.12%
Vitamin D:1.13µg
7.54%
Potassium:241.45mg
6.9%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.64%
Calcium:27.6mg
2.76%
Vitamin K:1.37µg
1.31%