Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Reese’s Puffs Cereal Bars combining the sweet, nutty flavors of Reese’s Puffs cereal with gooey marshmallows and optional peanut butter and chocolate drizzle. These no-bake bars are perfect for a quick snack or dessert that can be prepared in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (add 1/4 teaspoon salt if using unsalted)
- 10.5 oz mini marshmallows (use fresh for best melting)
- Optional: 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 5 cups Reese’s Puffs cereal
Optional Drizzle Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Melt Ingredients: In a large saucepan, gently melt the butter over low heat to avoid burning. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until the mixture becomes completely smooth and uniform. Remove the pan from heat promptly to prevent overcooking.
- Combine with Cereal: Pour the Reese’s Puffs cereal into the marshmallow mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat all the cereal evenly with the marshmallow and butter mixture, ensuring every piece is well covered.
- Press into Pan: Prepare an 8-inch pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper. Transfer the coated cereal mixture into the pan. Use a buttered spatula or wax paper to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, creating a compact layer. Allow it to cool and set completely for optimal bar shape.
- Cut Bars: Once cooled and set, remove the mixture from the pan and cut it into 8 equal bars for serving.
- Optional Drizzle: For an extra sweet touch, melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter separately either in a microwave or over a double boiler. Drizzle these melted toppings over the bars. Let the drizzle firm up before serving to avoid messiness.
Notes
- Use fresh mini marshmallows for best melting and texture.
- Butter the spatula or wax paper when pressing the mixture to prevent sticking.
- If you prefer a peanut butter flavor, mix the optional 1/3 cup peanut butter in with the melted marshmallows before adding cereal.
- Allow the bars to fully cool and set to ensure they hold their shape when cut and served.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Reese's Puffs cereal bars, marshmallow cereal bars, no bake cereal bars, peanut butter bars, sweet snack bars, easy cereal bars
