Blueberry and Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

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LINE a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and SPRAY lightly with cooking spray.

2

PLACE 1 cup smooth peanut butter into a non-stick skillet or saucepan.

3

ADD 10 marshmallows (vegetarian if desired).

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ADD 1/4 cup brown rice syrup or maple syrup.

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ADD 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

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ADD 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt.

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COOK over medium and STIR frequently until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth, 10 – 15 minutes.

8

SET ASIDE peanut butter mixture.

9

PLACE half of 1 package (1 pint) of blueberries into a medium bowl.

10

MASH blueberries with a fork or potato masher until crushed.

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ADD peanut butter mixture.

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ADD remaining blueberries.

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ADD 6 cups favorite cereal.

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FOLD together to combine.

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SPREAD mixture in an even layer in prepared baking dish and PRESS DOWN with the back of a spatula.

16

ALLOW mixture to rest until cool and firm.

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LIFT mixture from baking dish and SLICE into 18 bars.

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SERVE immediately or STORE in an air-tight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days.