Easy Cereal Bars (Rainbow Bars)
Quick and easy cereal bars recipe, homemade with 3 simple ingredients. These no bake rainbow bars are full of Froot Loops and marshmallows. Perfect for rainbow parties or St.Patrick's Day!
Servings: 12 Bars
Calories: 216kcal
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Butter Unsalted
- 6 cups Mini marshmallows I used the equivalent of large marshmallows
- 8 cups Cereal Such as Froot Loops
- 1 tablespoon Sprinkles Optional, For topping
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large nonstick pot until fully melted.
- Add marshmallows and mix until the mixture is smooth and white.
- Remove from heat and add cereal.
- Mix until cereal is fully coated.
- Spread mixture evenly in a 9x13 rectangular pan with a rubber spatula that's been greased generously with oil or butter to prevent sticking. Make sure your pan is lined with wax paper and also sprayed with oil.
- Toss sprinkles on top if you like. This is optional.
- Chill mixture for about 1 hour in the refrigerator until firm.
- Remove from pan and use a sharp knife to cut slices. Enjoy.
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Notes
- Use any other cereal you like for a different flavor profile.
- Other toppings include nuts, shredded coconut, variety of sprinkles, crushed Oreos.
- Make sure your pan is lined and greased to prevent sticking and mess.
- Similarly, make sure to grease your spatula heavily when spreading mixture in pan to prevent everything from sticking to it.
- Use flavored marshmallows if you like.
- Read additional tips and variations above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 205mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 824IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 8mg