Let’s make this Valentine’s Day sweet and healthy. Try this recipe for Double Chocolate Cereal Treats. These are great whole grain treats to make with your kids. Adapted from Myrecipes.com.
Ingredients
2 cups miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups whole-grain cereal (such as Kashi Go Lean)
1/2 cup carob chips
How to Make It
First, combine first 5 ingredients in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for one minute. Remove bowl from microwave; stir with a large rubber spatula coated with cooking spray until smooth. Stir in cereal and then carob chips.
Next, coat a 1/4-cup dry measuring cup with cooking spray. Lightly pack the cereal mixture into silicone heart shaped muffin cereal mixture. Stick in the freezer for a few minutes until firm..
