Golden Grahams cereal bars are a favorite treat that combines the sweet and honey-kissed flavor of Golden Grahams cereal with the gooey goodness of marshmallows and chocolate. These no-bake bars are quick and easy to make and only require a few ingredients!
These bars are perfect anytime of year. They are great for summer too! These bars would pair perfectly with a light summery pasta salad and a glass of blue curacao lemonade.
Ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are very simple and easy. You will need:
- Golden Grahams cereal
- Mini marshmallows
- Butter
- Semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Set aside 3 oz of chocolate chips and 3 cups of marshmallows.
In a pan, melt the butter and six cups of mini marshmallows over low heat, stirring constantly until melted. Remove from heat and stir in five ounces of chocolate, stirring until melted. Stir in cereal, mixing until combined. Add in 3 cups of marshmallows (these marshmallows will not melt).
Pour then press mixture evenly into a 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle then press remaining chocolate chips evenly over the mixture. Allow bars to cool for several hours then cut into squares.
Storing
To store your bars, place them in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Do not refrigerate or freeze bars.
Substitutions
Anyone can enjoy these bars! Here are a few common substitutions you can make:
- Gluten free: Use gluten free golden grahams.
- Vegan: Use vegan marshmallows and plant based dairy free butter. You will also need to use dairy free chocolate chips.
- Dairy free: You will need to use a dairy free butter and dairy free chocolate chips in this recipe.
FAQ
This recipe makes 12-16 bars.
At the time of writing this article there aren't any gluten free Golden Grahams cereal, but I wrote about some places you can find similar and a recipe for making your own.
While Golden Grahams provide a distinctive flavor, you can experiment with other cereals for variations. Cereals with a similar texture, such as Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Honey Nut Cheerios, can work well. We have even used Frosted Flakes before!
Absolutely! These bars can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container.
Marshmallows play a crucial role in creating the gooey texture of these bars. If you're looking for a different no-bake cereal bar recipe, you may want to explore alternatives without marshmallows.
Yes, these bars freeze well. My issue is when they thaw. You can wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil before placing them in an airtight container. Thaw before serving. (I personally like them at room temperature and don't like freezing them and thawing them).
Golden Graham Cereal Bars
Equipment
- 9x13 inch pan
Ingredients
- 7 cups Golden Grahams cereal
- 16 ounce mini marshmallows divided
- ½ cup butter
- 8 ounce semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Reserve 3 oz of chocolate chips and set aside 3 cups of marshmallows.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and six cups of mini marshmallows over low heat, stirring continuously until fully melted. Remove from heat and incorporate five ounces of chocolate, stirring until it melts completely. Add the cereal, ensuring a thorough mix. Introduce 3 cups of marshmallows, which will remain whole and not melt.
- Evenly pour and press the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle and gently press the reserved chocolate chips evenly over the mixture. Allow the bars to cool for several hours before cutting them into squares.
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