Cereal bars give you the ability to have cereal for breakfast without having to sit down at the table with a bowl and milk. Similar to granola bars in size, cereal bars are usually more moist and dense. This is especially handy for busy mornings when kids and adults need to have some nourishment but don't have the time to sit down. There are several cereal bars on the market right now which provide a variety of flavors for you to choose from.
Cereal and snack bars can take the place of an entire breakfast if someone needs to eat on the go. The light treats can also serve as a way for someone to eat a healthy snack when they are feeling run down and hungry over the course of the day. According to "Prevention" magazine, cereal or snack bar consumption is on the rise with sales of these types of bars increasing from year to year at a steady pace.
Cereal bars can provide nutrition and a mini-meal when you haven't time for a traditional breakfast. They can also act as a good pick-me-up snack during the day when your energy starts to flag. However, many times the commercial bars available tend to taste relatively bland or are loaded with sugars and salt. When you make your own homemade cereal bars, you can control the amount of sweetness and salt and put together a tastier version.
Grab your favorite crispy, crunchy cereal from the pantry if you're craving a dessert bar that's quick and easy to prepare. While basic marshmallow cereal squares only require three ingredients, you can add 1/4 to 1 cup of another ingredient to create your own recipe; add-in examples include butterscotch chips, chopped nuts, white chocolate chips and dried fruit. Make dessert squares or use cookie cutters to create holiday-inspired marshmallow cereal treats.