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No-Bake Honey Nut Cheerios Snack Bars

These No-Bake Honey Nut Cheerios Snack Bars are SO EASY! Chewy, crunchy, and customizable, they make the perfect quick snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • ½ cup creamy unsalted butter
  • ½ cup honey (or light-colored corn syrup for firmer bars)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups Honey Nut Cheerios
  • 1 cup raisins (optional; substitute with honey-roasted peanuts, chopped almonds, or trail mix)
  • ½ cup chocolate-covered sunflower seeds (optional; I used Trader Joe’s)
  • Pinch sea salt or Kosher salt (for sprinkling, optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Directions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan - Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. Step 2: Melt the Ingredients - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the creamy unsalted butter, honey (or corn syrup), and packed light brown sugar. Stir gently until melted and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add Vanilla - Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Step 4: Mix in the Cheerios and Add-ins - In a large mixing bowl, add the Honey Nut Cheerios. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and toss to combine. Fold in optional ingredients if desired.
  5. Step 5: Press and Set - Transfer the mixture into the lined baking pan. Press down firmly to create a compact layer.
  6. Step 6: Chill - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  7. Step 7: Cut and Serve - Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang, slice into squares, and optionally sprinkle with sea salt.

Notes

  • Customize with your favorite nuts or dried fruits.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
  • Wrap individual bars in plastic wrap for freezing; they last up to 2 months.