Holiday Chocolate Cereal Bars

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Holiday Chocolate Cereal Bars
40 min.
36
179kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a festive treat that will delight both kids and adults alike! Our Holiday Chocolate Cereal Bars are the perfect addition to your morning meal, brunch, or breakfast spread. With a delightful combination of crunchy cocoa cereal and creamy peanut butter, these bars are not only delicious but also dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious bars that yield an impressive 36 servings. Each bar is packed with flavor and comes in at only 179 calories, making them a guilt-free snack option. The vibrant red and green candy-coated chocolate candies add a festive touch, making these bars a must-have for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.

Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning coffee, these Holiday Chocolate Cereal Bars are sure to impress. The combination of textures—from the crunch of the cereal to the smoothness of the peanut butter—creates a satisfying bite that will keep you coming back for more. So gather your ingredients, grab your favorite bowl and wooden spoon, and let’s get started on creating this delightful holiday snack!

Ingredients

  • cup sugar 
  • cup plus light
  • 1.5 cups peanut butter 
  • cups kellogg's® cocoa cereal 
  • 1.5 cups m&m candies green red ( and )

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In 2-quart saucepan, heat sugar and corn syrup to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until melted.
  3. In extra-large bowl, stir cereal and peanut butter mixture with wooden spoon until cereal is evenly coated. Stir in 1 cup of the candies.
  4. Press cereal mixture in pan. Immediately sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup candies; press in lightly with fingers.
  5. Let stand about 30 minutes until cool. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein6.74%
Fat37.64%
Carbs55.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.86
Glycemic Load
5.52
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.8208695507568%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:178.86kcal
8.94%
Fat:7.87g
12.1%
Saturated Fat:2.4g
15%
Carbohydrates:26.16g
8.72%
Net Carbohydrates:25.06g
9.11%
Sugar:21.6g
24%
Cholesterol:1.3mg
0.43%
Sodium:91.78mg
3.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.17g
6.34%
Vitamin B3:2.54mg
12.7%
Manganese:0.18mg
9%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.94%
Folate:31.44µg
7.86%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.66%
Iron:1.3mg
7.21%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.96%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.92%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.81%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.6%
Magnesium:21.8mg
5.45%
Phosphorus:49.76mg
4.98%
Fiber:1.09g
4.37%
Calcium:38.81mg
3.88%
Copper:0.05mg
2.72%
Vitamin A:130.53IU
2.61%
Potassium:77.16mg
2.2%
Vitamin C:1.38mg
1.68%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.48%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.37%
Selenium:0.93µg
1.33%