Lower-Fat Special K Bars π«
Overview:
Indulge guilt-free in these Lower-Fat Special K Bars! A healthier twist on the classic no-bake Special K bars, this recipe slashes the peanut butter and skips the chocolate, but still delivers a delightful treat that your whole family will adore. Whip up a batch in just 15 minutes and watch them disappear before your eyes!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 148.6
- Fat: 2.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 98mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.2g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 14.9g
- Protein: 3.7g
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 5 cups Special K cereal
- 1/2 cup seedless raisins
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. Measure out 3/4 cup of corn syrup, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 1/3 cup of peanut butter. Ensure you have 5 cups of Special K cereal and 1/2 cup of seedless raisins ready to go.
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Cook Syrup Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine the corn syrup and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture becomes bubbly. This should take around 5 minutes.
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Incorporate Peanut Butter: Once the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbly, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the peanut butter until it’s fully incorporated into the syrup mixture.
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Add Cereal and Raisins: Next, add the Special K cereal and seedless raisins to the saucepan. Stir everything together until the cereal and raisins are evenly coated with the peanut butter syrup mixture.
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Press into Pan: Prepare a 13×9-inch pan by coating it with cooking spray. Using the back of a spoon, press the cereal mixture evenly and firmly into the pan.
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Let Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the pan until they reach room temperature. This should take approximately 10 minutes.
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Cut into Bars: Once cooled, cut the mixture in the pan into individual bars using a sharp knife. Aim for 16 evenly sized bars, but feel free to adjust the size to your preference.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your Lower-Fat Special K Bars are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve them as a delightful snack or a guilt-free dessert option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
These bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Plus, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike! Whip up a batch today and watch them disappear in no time.