Cafe-Style Puffed Wheat Squares

Puffed wheat squares are a popular treat in cafes and coffee shops, loved for their sweet and crunchy texture. They are a great option for those who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diet.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

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Cafe-Style Puffed Wheat Squares

Cooking Method: No-Bake Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 6 cup Puffed Wheat Cereal
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 1 cup Honey
• 1 cup Peanut Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed wheat cereal and salt.
2. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
3. Add the brown sugar, honey, and peanut butter to the saucepan. Stir until well combined and smooth.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the puffed wheat cereal. Mix until all the cereal is evenly coated.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased square baking dish and press it down firmly.
7. Let it rest at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until set.
8. Once set, cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.