There’s something comforting about puffed wheat squares, and you’re probably familiar with them — Chewy, chocolate-covered bars with a slightly chewy texture. All you have to do is melt butter with syrup, sugar, and cocoa in a saucepan, let it simmer for a few minutes, then add the granules and mix. This recipe is a good idea when you want something sweet that’s quick to make.
Ingredients
Yields: 24 Squares
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter – Makes everything taste rich and creamy.
- 2/3 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (If you aren’t big on dark chocolate, just use 1/3 cup.)
- 9 cups puffed wheat cereal
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Get a 9×13 inch baking pan and grease it well with butter.
Step 2: Take a large pot or saucepan and place it on the stove over low to medium heat, then add the butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, and cocoa powder.
Step 3: Stir gently as it melts, then watch until it starts to boil. Once it does, let it boil for exactly one minute, then remove from the heat. — Tip: Set a timer on your phone. If it boils for too long, the bars will turn into solid pieces.
Step 4: Pour in the puffed wheat kernels and mix until each piece is coated with chocolate sauce.
Step 5: Place all the mixture in the tray and press it down firmly until it sets (use a piece of wax paper or a spoon greased with butter or a little oil).
Step 6: Leave it on the counter for about 60 minutes to cool. When it has hardened, cut it and it will be ready to eat.
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Why You’ll Love this Recipe
It’s great because it gives you a sweet and chewy snack without being heavy like a cake. And since you don’t need an oven, the house doesn’t heat up. It is lovely to have a piece with my afternoon coffee, it’s enough to sustain me through the rest of the day. If you want to make it extra special for Valentine’s Day, try cutting the mixture while it’s still warm with a heart-shaped cutter before it cools completely.
Give this a try and let me know how it goes! If you change anything up, tell me in the comments.
Puffed Wheat Squares
These puffed wheat squares are a delicious treat. They are chewy, rich in chocolate, and are a favorite dessert that brings back fond memories.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (If you aren’t big on dark chocolate, just use 1/3 cup.)
- 9 cups puffed wheat cereal
Instructions
- Get a 9×13 inch baking pan and grease it well with butter.
- Take a large pot or saucepan and place it on the stove over low to medium heat, then add the butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, and cocoa powder.
- Stir gently as it melts, then watch until it starts to boil. Once it does, let it boil for exactly one minute, then remove from the heat. — Tip: Set a timer on your phone. If it boils for too long, the bars will turn into solid pieces.
- Pour in the puffed wheat kernels and mix until each piece is coated with chocolate sauce.
- Place all the mixture in the tray and press it down firmly until it sets (use a piece of wax paper or a spoon greased with butter or a little oil).
- Leave it on the counter for about 60 minutes to cool. When it has hardened, cut it and it will be ready to eat.
Notes
- Do not use Sugar Crisp or other honey-coated cereals, ensure you use plain puffed wheat.
Nutrition Information
Yield
24Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 130Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 2gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 15mgSodium 12mgCarbohydrates 93gFiber 5gSugar 15gProtein 15g
Just a heads up—the calorie count and nutritional info here are just estimates! The actual numbers might vary a bit depending on the brands and ingredients you use.