Coming up with unique recipes to keep the boys motivated in our home, isn’t always easy. Growing boys get tired of eating the same thing, but not tired of eating. That’s evident when you look in my empty pantry on a weekly basis.

To help us save some money, I’ve recently purchased baking sheets, baking utensils and supplies. I want to start making treats that are good for the family, healthy and fun, adding some variety to the boys diets. Instead of just buying treats from the grocery store for their lunches and snacks.  That’s why our family turns to Kellogg’s Canada for some nifty ways to spice up what we eat.

Kellogg’s Chocolate Nut Treats

Ingredients

• 125 ml or 1/2 cup corn syrup or liquid honey
• 15 ml or 1 tbsp margarine or butter
• 125 ml or 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 125 ml or 1/2 cup peanut buttern
• 125 ml or 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 175 ml or 3/4 cup chopped nuts
• 500 ml or 2 cups Rice Krispies* cereal
• 30 ml or 2 tbsp peanut butter
• 250 ml or 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS

1. Base: In saucepan, heat corn syrup, margarine, brown sugar, peanut butter and chocolate chips. Remove from heat; stir in nuts and cereal.
2. Press into bottom of lightly buttered 2 L ( 8″ ) square baking dish.
3. Topping: In small saucepan, gently heat peanut butter and chocolate chips. When melted, blend and spread over base. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars.

In keeping with good allergy practices, we remind you to be aware of allergens and to check labels on any packaged goods used. This recipe has been tested using Kellogg’s*products. Results with other products may vary.

Disclosure: I am a Kellogg’s Canada mom ambassador. I receive perks in exchange for sharing information on products and services offered by Kellogg’s. All opinions expressed here are my own.