Get ready to enjoy a delicious treat with this almond bar recipe. Perfect for those seeking easy recipes, these almond bars blend your favorite circle and square shaped cereals, almonds, and raisins into a delightful snack. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you'll create dessert bars that are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
These easy almond bars are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack any day! Made easily in minutes, these tasty homemade cereal bars are ready in about 25 minutes.
If you love the taste of almonds, be sure to try my Almond cookie recipe too!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for Any Occasion: These almond bars are great for a bake sale, a party, or just as a snack to enjoy at home.
- Quick and Easy: This recipe is perfect for when you're short on time but still want a tasty almond dessert.
- Versatile: You can easily substitute ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs.
Ingredients for this easy dessert
- Raisins
- Butter or margarine
- Mini marshmallows
- Round oat cereal (multigrain works great)
- Square cereal (Life cereal works great)
- Almonds
How to make this almond bars recipe
- Prepare a 9" x 11" baking pan by coating the bottom and sides with butter or parchment paper. Over medium heat in a saucepan, melt butter.
- Add marshmallows and stir until melted.
- Remove the marshmallow and butter mixture from heat and slowly combine the cereals and raisins.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press down into the pan.
- Let cool for 15–20 minutes before cutting into squares. It makes about 12–15 small bars.
Tips for the Best Results
- Use Parchment Paper: Line your prepared pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Cool Completely: Let the bars cool for 15-20 minutes before cutting to ensure clean, even pieces.
- Press Firmly: Use a rubber spatula to press the mixture into an even layer in the baking dish.
- Double it Up: Double the recipe and make some for a friend. It doesn't take too much more effort, and they will love you for it!
Substitutions and Variations
- Add a Sweet Touch: Sprinkle chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate or maple syrup on top of the bars for extra sweetness.
- Try Different Nuts: Swap the almonds with chopped walnuts or pecans for a different flavor.
- Make It Chewy: Use almond paste or almond butter for a chewier texture and richer almond flavor.
- More Almond Flavor: Add a teaspoon almond extract to the mixture for extra almond flavor.
- Almond Sizes: Feel free to use whole almonds, sliced almonds, or chopped almonds. Whatever you prefer.
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FAQs About This Recipe
Yes, you can use any cereal you prefer. Just keep the total amount the same for the best results.
Store them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap at room temperature. This will keep them fresh and prevent them from drying out.
Absolutely! Feel free to add any dried fruit you like. Just adjust the amount based on your preference.
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📖 Recipe
Almond Bars
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 2 cup mini marshmallows
- 2 cups round oat cereal
- 2 cups favorite square cereal
- ½ cup almonds
- ½ cup raisins
Instructions
- 1. Prepare a 9" x 11" baking pan by coating the bottom and sides with butter or parchment paper.
2. Over medium heat in a saucepan, melt butter. - 3. Add marshmallows and stir until melted.
4. Remove from heat and slowly combine the cereals and raisins.
5. Pour mixture into prepared pan and press down into the pan.
6. Let cool 15 - 20 minutes before cutting into squares. Makes about 12-15 small bars.
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Tamara
YUM! They'd be so perfect for road trips and being on the go. And so yummy!!! I love anything with almonds and anything with cereal, so both is best!