Marshmallow Smores Cereal Treats Recipe

These Cereal Treats combine all the best parts of s’mores—graham flavor, milk chocolate bars, and sticky marshmallows. YUM!!

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If you love gooey marshmallows and chocolate treats but don’t have time to build a campfire, these Marshmallow Smores Cereal Treats are your tasty solution!

Plus, they’re super simple to whip up in your own kitchen. Whether you’re planning a weekend treat or preparing for birthday parties, these squares are always a crowd-pleaser.

You can add chocolate chips or even a swirl of peanut butter products to make them taste like chocolate peanut butter bars.

You can also stir in crushed fruity pebbles for a burst of color or toss in some cocoa krispies or cocoa puffs for extra chocolate flavor.

They’re a fun twist on typical s’mores, perfect for when you want the flavors of your favorite childhood cereals and a little extra sweetness.

Get the kids involved! It’ll be no problem for them. If you can warm up mini marshmallows over medium heat and stir them around, you’re set.

Grab a medium saucepan, your square pan, and a spatula—you’ll have gooey squares ready to devour in no time. Let’s dig in and learn exactly how to make these Cereal Treats!

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE CEREAL TREATS:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• CAN I USE GRAHAM CRACKERS IN PLACE OF CEREAL?
• WHAT KIND OF CHOCOLATE IS THE BEST TO USE?
• ANY ADDITIONS?
• ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Marshmallow Smores Cereal Treats Recipe

1. Fast and Fun: These treats take about 5 minutes to make and 1 hour to chill. If you can’t wait that long, you can even dig in early (though they’ll be extra sticky!).
2. Endless Options: You can add dark chocolate or white chocolate if you want a twist on the classic flavor. You can even mix in your other favorite cereals like Lucky Charms treats or monster cereal to make something truly unique.
3. Campfire Taste Indoors: No campfire needed! The gooey marshmallows mimic that roasted feel, and the chocolate brings the delicious treat factor to the next level.

• Milk chocolate bars
• Salted butter
• Mini marshmallows
• Golden Grahams cereal
• Vanilla extract

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1. Take 3 of the chocolate bars and chop them up into ½ inch pieces, place them on a plate.
2. Break the remaining 3 bars into separate sections and place them on a plate. Put the plates in the fridge until later.
3. Line a 9×13 baking dish with foil letting it overlap the sides for easy removal later and spray it with cooking spray or grease it with butter, set aside.
4. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. 
5. Add 8 cups of the marshmallows and stir constantly until they are melted with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula.
6. Take the pot off the heat and stir in the vanilla. 
7. Add Golden Grahams and stir them in until coated in the melted marshmallows. 
8. Add the remaining marshmallows and chopped chocolate, stir until combined. 
9. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down lightly to form an even top.
10. Gently press in the remaining chocolate pieces.
11. Let it sit for about an hour to set and cool before taking the bars out by lifting the foil out of the pan. Cut into bars and serve.

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CAN I USE GRAHAM CRACKERS IN PLACE OF CEREAL?

Yes! Crush them into smaller pieces so they blend well with the melted marshmallows.

The result might be a bit denser, but it still captures the s’mores magic.

WHAT KIND OF CHOCOLATE IS THE BEST TO USE?

I love milk chocolate for that classic s’mores taste, but dark chocolate or white chocolate works too.

You can also toss in some chocolate chips for pockets of melty goodness throughout your cereal mixture.

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ANY ADDITIONS?

Got a favorite cereal you wanna try? Go right ahead!

• Chocolate peanut butter bars swirl: Stir in ¼ cup peanut butter for a chocolate-peanut flavor.
• Extra marshmallow fluff: Fold in a spoonful after turning off the heat for an even gooier texture.
• A handful of fruity pebbles for a pop of color and fruity taste.
• Drizzle of melted white chocolate over the top for a fancy finish.
• Sprinkle of chopped nuts or seeds for a salty crunch (think almonds or sunflower seeds).
• Crumbled monster cereal or any other favorite cereals you love.
• A pinch of brown sugar if you want an extra layer of sweetness.
• Swap the cereal with rice krispies treats base to make it a s’mores-meets-rice-krispie combo.
• Use crushed cocoa krispies or cocoa puffs to pump up the chocolate factor.
• A small handful of candy melts or candy pieces on top for added color and fun.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

Feel free to swap things out as you wish. Here are some ideas to get you started!

• Unsalted butter plus a small pinch of salt if you don’t have salted butter on hand.
• If you’re on a medically restrictive diet or low carb diet, go easy on the chocolate and try a high-protein cereal to keep your blood sugar down.
• Dark chocolate or a blend of chocolate chips if you like a richer taste and want to avoid too much sugar.
• Add more mini marshmallows if you want them extra gooey, or use fewer if you’re trying to watch your calorie diet or daily values.
• Peanut butter products can replace some of the butter if you’re aiming for a peanutty twist.

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Room Temp:
Once the treats set and you cut them into squares, place them in an airtight container or wrap them in plastic wrap.

They’ll stay fresh for about a week.

Freezer
If you prefer a colder snack or want to keep them longer, wrap individual squares in parchment paper or store them in a freezer bag.

They can last up to two months.

Defrost at room temperature for best texture—though the cereal may lose some crispness.

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These Cereal Treats bring together the best of two worlds: the crunchy cereal bars from your favorite childhood cereals and the classic s’mores flavor you get around a campfire!