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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal

A delightful blend of oats, cocoa, and peanut butter, this homemade cereal is a healthy and customizable breakfast option that brings joy to your mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until fully coated.
  5. If adding nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
Baking
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly on the sheet.
  2. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through until crispy and fragrant.
  3. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
Storage
  1. Transfer cooled cereal into an airtight container for storage.
  2. It can last up to two weeks.

Notes

Experiment with sweetness and flavor variations. Store in a cool, dry place for maximum freshness.