No-Bake Caramel Cheerios™ Bars

Gluten Free
No-Bake Caramel Cheerios™ Bars
80 min.
36
235kcal

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Get ready for a sweet and crunchy treat that's perfect for any time of the day! These No-Bake Caramel Cheerios™ Bars are a delightful twist on the classic cereal snack. With a gluten-free option, this recipe is a great choice for those with dietary restrictions. The combination of Honey Nut Cheerios™, M&M's minis, and miniature marshmallows creates a delightful texture and flavor explosion in every bite. The process is simple and mess-free, making it a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy together.

The recipe starts with a generous amount of Honey Nut Cheerios™, which provides a delightful crunch and a touch of sweetness. The addition of caramel, melted to perfection in the microwave, transforms the cereal into a gooey and irresistible treat. But the fun doesn't stop there! Miniature marshmallows add a fluffy texture, and the drizzle of melted chocolate chips and M&M's minis takes these bars to the next level.

With a short list of ingredients and minimal equipment required, this recipe is a breeze to prepare. The no-bake method means you can enjoy these bars without heating up your kitchen. Simply mix, press, and refrigerate, and you'll have a delicious snack ready in just over an hour. These bars are perfect for breakfast on the go, a midday pick-me-up, or even as a dessert after a light meal. Indulge in the sweet and crunchy delight of No-Bake Caramel Cheerios™ Bars and satisfy your cravings with every bite!

Ingredients

  • cups honey 
  • 0.3 cup m&m candies 
  • cups marshmallows miniature
  • 0.5 cup milk chocolate chips 
  • tablespoon shortening 
  • 14 oz vanilla 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place cereal in large bowl; set aside.
  3. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave unwrapped caramels and water uncovered on High 2 minutes 30 seconds to 4 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture is smooth.
  4. Remove from microwave.
  5. Pour caramel mixture over cereal in bowl; stir until cereal is evenly coated. Gently stir in marshmallows.
  6. Pour cereal mixture into pan. With buttered back of spoon, press mixture in pan until even.
  7. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture is smooth.
  8. Drizzle chocolate over top of cereal mixture.
  9. Sprinkle M&M's minis chocolate candies evenly over chocolate. Refrigerate until mixture is firm and glaze is set, about 1 hour.
  10. With table knife, cut cereal mixture into 9 rows by 4 rows to make 36 bars. Store in loosely covered container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein0.52%
Fat5.67%
Carbs93.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.13
Glycemic Load
25.64
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.73999999123423%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235.24kcal
11.76%
Fat:1.42g
2.18%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.67%
Carbohydrates:52.8g
17.6%
Net Carbohydrates:52.65g
19.15%
Sugar:51.71g
57.46%
Cholesterol:0.22mg
0.07%
Sodium:6.53mg
0.28%
Alcohol:3.79g
100%
Alcohol %:6.34%
100%
Protein:0.3g
0.59%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.54%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.88%
Copper:0.03mg
1.56%
Iron:0.27mg
1.53%
Potassium:52.98mg
1.51%