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Cereal Bar Hay Bales

Cereal Bar Hay Bales: Crunchy, Chewy Fun for Everyone

Cereal Bar Hay Bales are a delightful, no-bake treat that combines crunch and sweetness, making them perfect for everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3 ounces Shredded Wheat can substitute with crushed graham crackers
  • 1.5 bags Marshmallows vegan marshmallows optional
  • Puffed Rice Cereal or puffed quinoa for gluten-free
For Decoration
  • Licorice Laces or fruit strips as healthier alternative

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • Large pot
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter, then add 1.5 bags of marshmallows, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in 3 ounces of shredded wheat and puffed rice cereal until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press down firmly with a greased spatula.
  5. Decorate with licorice laces in a crisscross pattern while still warm and let cool for 30-45 minutes.
  6. Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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