Chocolate Cheerios Giveaway

This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to commentor #58: Mellissa C!

One of America’s favorite cereals has just added another flavor . . . chocolate!

My kids have always loved Cheerios. So when we found out about this brand new flavor we were very excited. I feel that Cheerios make the perfect breakfast on school mornings because it’s quick and healthy. We can also put some in a baggie and take it along for the ride. They’re also great for little kids when they start eating solids because it’s easy for tiny fingers to pick-up and they are easily digestible.

And of course it’s healthy for you, too. One serving contains only 100 calories, at least 8 grams of whole grain, and is a good source of calcium and vitamin D.

But how does it taste? I loved the subtle but not overpowering chocolate flavor and it’s not too sweet. It’s a great combination of whole grains and cocoa! But best of all . . . the kids love it, too!

Chocolate Cheerios® Marshmallow Hearts

Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Start to Finish: 1 Hour 45 Minutes

Crust

• 1 cup Gold Medal® all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Chocolate Cheerios® cereal, crushed
• 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3 cups miniature marshmallows

Topping

• 2/3 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 bag (11.5 ounces) milk chocolate chips
• 4 cups Chocolate Cheerios® cereal
• Candy sprinkles, if desired

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line bottom and sides of 13×9-inch pan with foil. In large bowl, mix all crust ingredients except marshmallows with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Press firmly into bottom of pan.
2. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from oven. Immediately sprinkle with marshmallows. Return to oven; bake an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until marshmallows just begin to puff. Cool while preparing topping.
3. In large saucepan, place all topping ingredients except cereal and sprinkles. Heat over medium-low heat just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in 4 cups cereal. Immediately spoon warm topping over marshmallows; spread to cover. Sprinkle with candy sprinkles. Cool completely, at least 1 hour.
4. Using foil to lift, remove mixture from pan; remove foil. With deep 2 1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 18 hearts. Store loosely covered.

WIN IT!

Thanks to My Blog Spark and Cheerios, I have a box of Chocolate Cheerios, ceramic cereal bowl, & a chocolate scented spa kit for one lucky winner! To enter:

• Just mention in comments before midnight, Feb 16th what you do to help start your day off with a smile. That’s it!
• A random winner will be selected and notified via email shortly thereafter.
• The winner will then have 2 days to claim their prize.

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