Description
A fun and easy gluten-free snack or dessert using Kix cereal—perfect for lunchboxes, party treats, or a nostalgic bite for gluten-sensitive snackers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Kix cereal (confirm gluten-free label)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or light corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions
- 1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- 2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter and honey. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- 4. In a large bowl, pour warm mixture over Kix cereal and mix gently until fully coated.
- 5. Press mixture firmly into the prepared pan using a spatula or damp hands.
- 6. If using, sprinkle chocolate chips or dried fruit on top and lightly press into surface.
- 7. Let cool for 1 hour or refrigerate until set.
- 8. Cut into bars or squares and serve.
Notes
- Always check the Kix cereal box for certified gluten-free labeling.
- Bars can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Try almond butter or sunflower seed butter for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: kix cereal bars, gluten-free cereal recipe, peanut butter cereal squares, easy kids snack