Honey Nut Cheerios Treats are the ultimate in easy snacks if you are short on time but still want a sweet treat. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you can make a snack the entire family will love! You'll also love our Monster Cookie Energy Balls.
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Why You'll Love Honey Nut Cheerios Treats
- Honey nut + marshmallow is the perfect sweet and crunchy combo
- Tastes like a classic crispy treat with a fun little twist
- Great for kids as a lunch box snack or after-school treat
- Easy to make with simple steps and no special skills needed
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Ingredients for Cheerio Rice Krispie Treats
- Honey nut cheerios - The honey flavor and the crunch make these perfect for this treat.
- Mini marshmallows - You can use regular sized marshamllows too, but the mini ones melt quicker.
- Butter - I use salted butter because I like the slight touch of saltiness it adds to the recipe. You are free to use unsalted butter as well.
Kitchen Tools for Cheerios Marshmallow Treats
You don’t need much to make Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, which makes this recipe even better! A large pot, a sturdy spoon or spatula, and a 9x13 pan are all you need.
Farberware Cookware Nonstick Stockpot with Lid, 10.5 Quart, Aqua
Cooptop Silicone Spatula Set - Rubber Spatula - 600°F HeatGood Cook 13 Inch x 9 Inch Bake & Roast PanPyrex Deep 9x13-Inch Glass Baking Dish with Lid, Deep Casserole Dish, Glass Food Container, Oven, Freezer and Microwave Safe, Clear Container
How To Make Honey Nut Cheerios Treats
1. Grease – Give your pan a quick spray with cooking spray so the treats pop out easily later.
2. Melt – In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Keep stirring so it stays golden and doesn’t get too toasty.
3. Stir – Toss in the mini marshmallows and keep stirring until they’re completely melted and silky smooth.
4. Mix – Take the pan off the heat and stir in the Honey Nut Cheerios. Keep going until they are all coated in marshmallows.
5. Press – Scoop the mixture into your greased pan and press it down gently with a spatula. If it’s sticking, a little butter on the spatula works wonders.
6. Cool – Let everything sit at room temp for about 15 to 30 minutes so the bars can set up nicely.
7. Slice – Cut into squares or rectangles and enjoy right away or store for later snacking!
These Honey Nut Cheerio Treats are loved by kids and kids at heart!
Tips for Cheerio Rice Crispy Treats
Tip 1: Looking for variations on this cereal bar? You can add a melted chocolate drizzle, white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips
Tip 2: You can also pop them in the refrigerator for a quicker set, but be sure not to leave them in too long, as they can become too hard.
FAQs for Cheerio Treats
To keep your treats fresh and chewy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay delicious for up to 3 days. If it’s extra warm in your kitchen, you can pop the container in the fridge, just let the bars sit at room temp for a few minutes before serving so they soften up again.
You certainly can, but you won't get the irresistible taste of golden honey.
You sure can! I used cereal that I bought at Aldi and the treats turned out delicious.
These Honey Nut Cheerios Treats are a fun, easy snack that everyone can enjoy. Whether you're making them for lunch boxes or an after-school snack, they come together in no time and always disappear fast.
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Honey Nut Cheerios Treats
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 5 cups honey nut cheerios
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Melt ¼ cup butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly to prevent the butter from browning.
- When the butter has melted, add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan. Stir until all the marshmallows are melted.
- Add Honey Nut Cheerios to the pan with the melted marshmallows. Stir to cover all of the cereal thoroughly with the marshmallows.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to press the mixture down evenly.
- Let the treats stand for 15 to 30 minutes before eating.
- Cut the treats into squares or rectangles.
Notes
- Looking for variations on this cereal bar? You can add a melted chocolate drizzle, white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips
- You can also pop them in the refrigerator for a quicker set, but be sure not to leave them in too long, as they can become too hard.
Diane says
What did I do wrong? There’s too much marshmallow.
Vicky says
If you feel like it’s still too sticky, you can always add a little extra cereal—start with half a cup—until you get the texture you’re looking for. I hope these tips help!
Jim says
3 Tablespoons is not a 1/4 Cup
Anjali says
This was such an easy and fun treat to make with my kids after school today! They were like rice krispie treats - but with honey nut cheerios! So good!
Jess says
Such a fun snack that all my kids like...and me too!
Nathan says
I love this idea so much! I've made homemade rice krispie treats before and never even thought about using different kinds of cereal. Excited to give this a try, thanks for the recipe!
Stephanie says
These honey nut cheerios were such a delicious take on the standard rice krispy treats. The kids loved these (as did I) and have asked I make for their lunchbox treats.
Nikki says
Using honey nut cheerios to make these fabulous treats is genius. I have all the ingredients on hand right now. Time to make these yummy treats.