Fruit Loop Bars

Name: Fruit Loop Bars
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 12 oz mini marshmellows; 6 cups Fruit Loops cereal

These no-bake fruit loop treat bars are the perfect party, school lunch or anytime snacks. They are sweet and crunchy, fun to make and only require only a few ingredients.

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Fruit Loop bars are a fun fruity twist on classic rice krispie treats. Everyone loves the chewy crunch and nostalgic flavor of these delicious cereal dessert bars. Fruit Loop treats are a winning idea.

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Whipping up this kid-friendly no bake treat is a cinch. You just need is 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes. Fruit Loops cereal bars are perfect for school snacks, picnics, birthday parties, or just as an afternoon snack. It’s a great grab n go treat any time of day.

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❤️ Why You'll Love This Fruit Loop Cereal Bars Recipe

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Fruit Loop Cereal Bars Recipe

Fun nostalgia: If you like classic rice krispie treats, you’ll love this. Skip the bowl and make this hand held breakfast treat.

Easy to make: You only need 3 simple ingredients.

Cooking Method: A 10-minute no bake recipe for the stove top.

Kids can help: A fun and easy way to get the kids cooking! The fun, bright colors make it a great recipe for kids.

INGREDIENTS

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for fruit loops treat bars, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

You may have all of these fruit loop bars ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

Pantry Ingredients: Delicious Froot Loops cereal and marshmallows. You can use any rainbow loops generic cereal or generic marshmallows. They’ll work just as well.
Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: Butter

INSTRUCTIONS

This section shows how to cook fruit loop bars in the stovetop, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

MELT: In a large pot on medium-low heat melt the butter, stirring continually. Immediately pour the mini marshmallows into the melted butter. Mix until melted.

STIR: Remove from the heat and gently stir in the Froot Loops cereal and remaining marshmallows until coated.

PRESS IN PAN: Press mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish using a spatula. This does not need to be a non-stick pan.

COOL: Cool completely and refrigerate for at least an hour. Slice into squares and serve within 2-3 days with a glass of milk or as a lunch box food.

Fruit loops and marshmallows mixed in a pot.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love cereal treat bars then you’ll love our Fruity Pebbles Bars, Trail Mix Bars and S’mores Bars. These tasty cereal bars all make a great classroom snack.

TIPS FOR THE BEST FRUIT LOOP BARS

Follow these tips to make the best fruit loop treats bars.

✔️ Use cooking spray. Spray your pan before pressing the cereal in to keep it from sticking.

✔️ Press with a spatula. The cereal mixture will be hot so use a greased spatula to help press the mixture into the dish.

✔️ Keep at medium heat. If your burner is too high the marshmallow mixture may burn or become tough or hard when it cools.

HOW TO STORE FRUIT LOOP BARS

Countertop: Store in an airtight container or individually wrapped in cling wrap at room temperature. They will last for 2-3 days.

Freeze: Wrap your treat bars in plastic wrap individually. Place treats in a freezer bag to store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw at room temperature for 2-3 hours.

MORE CEREAL BAR RECIPES

If you love kid-friendly desserts, you may also like our Fruity Pebbles Bars, S’mores Bars and Trail Mix Bars. You can make a great cereal bar with any of your favorite childhood cereals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking fruit loop bars.

Can I melt the marshmallows and butter in the microwave?

Yes, if you want to speed up the melting process, you can heat the marshmallows and butter on high for 3 minutes. Stop and stir each minute.

Can I use other cereals?

The possibilities are endless! Some great alternatives are berry froot loops, berry cheerios, Apple Jacks, chocolate Cheerios, Trix, etc.

What else can I add to cereal bars

To kick your cereal bars up a notch by adding white chocolate chips, candy sprinkles, or (unmelted) mini marshmallows.

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Fruit Loop Bars

Author Andrea + Stef

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

These no-bake fruit loop treat bars are the perfect party, school lunch or anytime snacks. They are sweet and crunchy, fun to make and only require only a few ingredients.

Ingredients

▢ 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
▢ 12 oz mini marshmellows
▢ 6 cups Fruit Loops cereal

Instructions

In a large pot on medium-low heat melt the butter, stirring continually. Immediately add the mini marshmallows and mix until melted.
Remove from the heat and gently stir in the cereal and remaining marshmallows until coated.
Press mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking pan.
Cool completely and refrigerate for at least an hour. Slice into squares and serve.

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