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Step 4: Press and Chill
Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly into an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours or until set.
Step 5: Slice and Serve
Once firm, lift the mixture out of the pan and cut into bars or squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.
🍯 Tips & Variations
- Make them nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter or WowButter for allergy-friendly bars.
- Add-ins: Mix in mini chocolate chips, raisins, or shredded coconut before pressing into the pan.
- Crunchier option: Use a little less peanut butter for a firmer bar with more crunch.
- For a drizzle: Melt a few tablespoons of chocolate chips and drizzle over the top before chilling.
👪 Perfect For:
- School lunchboxes
- After-school snacks
- Quick breakfast on-the-go
- Office treats
- Late-night peanut butter cravings!
🌟 Final Thoughts
3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars are proof that you don’t need a long ingredient list or complicated instructions to create something delicious. With their chewy texture, rich peanut butter flavor, and kid-approved crunch, they’re bound to become a staple in your snack rotation.
Whip up a batch today—your future self (and your snack-hungry family) will thank you!
Would you like a version of this recipe with chocolate or protein powder for an energy bar twist?
