Granola Bugs Recipe

Name: Granola Bugs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal; 1 cup whole-grain, unsweetened wheat cereal; 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, drained; 1 can (15 1/4 ounces) peach halves, drained and finely chopped; 1/2 cup firmly packed, light-brown sugar; 1/2 cup light corn syrup; 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 20 licorice strings

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup whole-grain, unsweetened wheat cereal
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, drained
1 can (15 1/4 ounces) peach halves, drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup firmly packed, light-brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
20 licorice strings

1
Mix rice cereal, whole-grain cereal, oats and cinnamon in mixing bowl until well combined; set aside.
2
Place pineapple and peaches between several layers of paper towels and blot to absorb excess moisture; set aside.
3
Heat brown sugar and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling. Remove from heat and mix in peanut butter until melted. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal mixture and mix until thoroughly combined. Mix in drained and blotted fruit. Pack into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish and set aside until firm, about 20 minutes.
4
Cut into 60 squares. To make the bugs, form each square with your hands into an egg shape with a flat bottom. Insert small pieces of licorice to represent antennae and legs.

2544

kcal

Calories

Fat

525

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal, 1 cup whole-grain, unsweetened wheat cereal, 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Granola Bugs falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Granola Bugs

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