Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Cereal Bars
Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Cereal Bars are a no-bake, sweet treat made by binding crispy cereal (like Rice Krispies) with melted marshmallows and butter, then folding in chocolate chips. They are a popular, easy-to-make dessert or snack originating from American home kitchens and potlucks.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These bars are very high in carbohydrates and added sugars from the marshmallows and cereal, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter and chocolate chips, and minimal protein. A single bar typically contains around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 160 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
Per 1 bar (56 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, they are a nostalgic staple of childhood snacks and easy baking, representing a classic American 'comfort food' that requires no oven. Nutritionally, they are a quick source of energy but are considered an occasional treat due to their high sugar content.
