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Weet-Bix, Rice Bubbles: Sweet treat ideas using your favourite cereals

Breakfast cereals can be more versatile than just pouring milk over them. Here are 20 recipe ideas to make sweets which you can enjoy any time of the day.

Weet-Bix bliss balls

From Weet-Bix to Cornflakes and Crunchy Nut to Rice Bubbles, taste.com.au has taken your favourite breakfast cereals and turned them into sweet treats you can enjoy any time of the day.

And most of these are no-bake recipes so they are easy to make.

Here are 20 of the best sweet ideas using breakfast cereals.

Strawberry condensed milk Weet-Bix bars

Condensed milk is an ingredient which pairs so perfectly with so many different flavours. But you’ll be surprised at the results of whisking condensed milk and blitzed strawberries together.

The fresh fruity flavours seep into the syrupy, milky texture and set to make the perfect slice with the tried-and-tested Weet-Bix base.

Weet-Bix with a strawberry and condensed milk mixture.
Weet-Bix with a strawberry and condensed milk mixture.

Marshmallow bubble bars

A fun lunch box treat that is easy to make and cheaper than buying pre-packaged.

Honey muesli balls

These crunchy muesli bars are the perfect lunch box fillers.

Cornflakes crunch cake

Turn the cereal and milk of your childhood into a delicious cake. This cake is best if you add the topping just before serving and eat it the same day, so that it retains its beautiful crunch.

Try this Cornflakes crunch cake.
Try this Cornflakes crunch cake.

Air fryer Crunchy Nut French toast

This adds a whole new level of crunch to Crunchy Nut cornflakes. Soft and gooey bread on the inside and crispy crunch golden on the outside, the classic breakfast is transformed into a decadent dessert with just a few simple twists.

Caramilk rice bubble slice

Classic rice bubble slice gets a Cadbury Caramilk chocolate makeover and you’ll never look back.

Mars Bar Weet-Bix slice

Mars Bars and Weet-Bix really do work so well together. Whip up this easy, no-bake slice in a flash, then sit back and enjoy the chocolatey goodness.

Mars bar and Weet-Bix are a great combo.
Mars bar and Weet-Bix are a great combo.

Lemon swirl Weet-Bix cheesecake

This Weet-Bix and coconut base is topped with a creamy, chilled cheesecake filling and finished off with a super tangy lemon curd swirl. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert as it requires time to chill and set.

Rainbow slice

Sweet rainbow slices using Weet-Bix that adults and kids will love – your challenge is not to devour them all at once.

Rainbow slices are always a hit.
Rainbow slices are always a hit.

Cornflakes biscuits

These scrumptious ruffle biscuits from an 80-year-old recipe prove good things last forever.

Cherry Ripe rice bubble slice

This coupling of Mars Bar slice and chocolate crackles also flirts with Bounties and Cherry Ripes.

Weet-Bix Caramilk slice

Breakfast favourite, Weet-Bix meets the popular newcomer on the chocolate scene, Caramilk in this easy sweet slice that will be a hit with everyone.

Choc-caramel bubble truffles

Simple to make and a joy to give, these treats would be right at home at Christmas or served at a children’s birthday party.

Caramilk overnight Weet-Bix

Adding protein powder to the yoghurt creates a thick and creamy cheesecake-y texture on top. With a double dose of caramel thanks to the milk and yoghurt, you don’t need to add anything else – it’s already sweet enough.

Let this Weet-Bix and Caramilk mixture refrigerate overnight.
Let this Weet-Bix and Caramilk mixture refrigerate overnight.

Honey bubble slice

Your kids will love this health-right snack of honey coated rice bubbles.

Crunchy Nut caramel slice

Using Crunchy Nut Cornflakes for the base (and topping) of this slice makes it super sticky and crunchy. Top it with a layer of easy condensed milk caramel then chocolate, and you’re in no-bake slice heaven.

Raspberry and coconut bliss balls

These deliciously quick no-cook bliss balls boast raspberry and coconut flavours.

Raspberry and coconut bliss balls.
Raspberry and coconut bliss balls.

Peanut butter rice bubble slice

Combining peanut butter and rice bubbles, this crispy slice is an easy and quick way to impress the kids, and we can guarantee that you’ll love it too!

Double-decker chocolate crackles

Need inspiration for your kids’ birthday party? Score full marks with this great idea!

Nut-free Weet-Bix brownie bliss balls

These healthier nut-free bliss balls are easy to make and transport well, making them perfect for school lunch boxes or as a snack at work.

For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.

Originally published as Weet-Bix, Rice Bubbles: Sweet treat ideas using your favourite cereals

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