Think outside the bowl with these clever cereal concoctions–starring Cheerios!
12 Genius Ways to Cook With Cheerios
No-Bake Cereal Bars
With two kinds of cereal and peanut butter, these bars taste almost like candy. —Pauline Christiansen, Columbus, KansasPuppy Chow
Speaking of must-have mixes, make a fun take on puppy chow by swapping out your usual Chex cereal for Cheerios. For an extra cocoa hit, you can even use chocolate Cheerios!
Chicken Tenders
Coat chicken tenders with crushed Cheerios and Parmesan cheese for a gourmet (but super simple) version of everyone’s most-loved childhood meal. Don’t forget a side of honey mustard.
Easy White Chocolate Party Mix
I get rave reviews every time I prepare this crispy combination of cereal, popcorn, pretzels, nuts and candies. Coated in white chocolate, this mix is spectacular for parties and for gift giving. —Rose Wentzel, St. Louis, MissouriEasy Cheerios Treats
These gluten-free goodies require only three ingredients: mini marshmallows, Honey Nut Cheerios and butter. Toss in some rainbow sprinkles at the end for a splash of color.
Peanut Butter-Banana Yogurt Parfaits
For a lightning-fast breakfast, I layer vanilla yogurt with bananas, peanuts and multigrain cereal. It’s crunchy, easy and perfect for kids.—Teresa Miller, Hamilton, IndianaIf you love the flavor combo of peanut butter and banana, why not mix it up by using Peanut Butter Cheerios in your parfait tomorrow morning?
Cheerios are one of the healthiest cereals out there, so you’ll be starting your day strong.
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Breakfast Pizza
Cheerios and pizza might not sound like a good pairing. But this breakfast pizza suggests otherwise! Made with a cereal crust and topped with yogurt, cinnamon and fresh fruit, it’s everything you need to fuel your morning.
Fried Cheerios
They say that you can fry anything and it will taste better. (Like any State Fair food!) The same is true with Cheerios. According to this blogger, frying cereal brings out the sweetness and adds a tasty toasted flavor.
Honey Nut Milkshake
One of the BEST reasons to eat a bowl of cereal is for the sugary milk that’s left over! Capture the “cereal milk” essence in this unreal Honey Nut Cheerios milkshake.
Chocolate-Covered Cheerios
Snack attack! These milk and white chocolate-covered Cheerios are highly addicting with just the right amount of crunch (and cocoa, of course).
Pink & Red Cheerios
Whether you’re throwing a baby shower or love the pink trend, these DIY rosy Cheerios are a gorgeous addition to your breakfast bowl.
Grilled Peaches
Meet the summer snack you won’t be able to get enough of: grilled fresh peaches topped with mascarpone ice cream and crunchy honey nut Cheerio granola. (You could even use Peach Cheerios for this one!)