Strawberry Cereal Bar Mash-Up 🍓 HEART Exam | Gluten & Dairy Free Treat Idea
👩⚕️ Disclaimer:
I’m a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner—but not your NP! This review is for entertainment and food fun only, not medical advice. All opinions are my own, and products were purchased by me.
💸 Transparency:
No sponsorships, affiliates, or paid promotions—just real allergy-friendly taste tests.
❤️ H = Health
Both Strawberry Cheerios with added protein and Strawberry Vanilla Chex are certified gluten-free 🌾🚫 and contain no dairy ingredients 🥛🚫.
They’re fortified with essential vitamins and minerals like iron and folate—perfect for supporting energy and red blood cell production.
🍓 Ingredient Additions:
Miyoko’s Creamy Oat Butter: dairy-free butter alternative that melts beautifully.
Kroger Mini Marshmallows: corn syrup + sugar base, labeled as containing bioengineered ingredients.
No adverse reactions after several days—always a good sign for me and my celiac/eosinophilic esophagitis combo.
😋 E = Eating
These two cereals were meant to be together.
Crunchy, sweet, and lightly fruity—the strawberry and vanilla flavors play off each other perfectly.
The cereal bars are definitely on the sweet side 🍬 but not overwhelmingly so, and the added oat butter gives a smooth richness.
👩🍳 Method:
Melt ¼ cup Miyoko’s butter + 1 bag mini marshmallows over low heat.
Stir in about 6 cups total of the cereal mix.
Press into a parchment-lined dish, cool, cut, and enjoy!
🛒 A = Accessibility
Strawberry Cheerios Protein: Jewel-Osco
Strawberry Vanilla Chex: on shelves at most grocery stores
Miyoko’s Oat Butter: Target & Whole Foods
Kroger Mini Marshmallows: local Mariano’s
Affordable, widely available, and no specialty shopping required.
💓 R = Rhythm Rating
Sinus Rhythm!
Steady, enjoyable, and reliable. Sweet but balanced—a treat that earns a spot in my snack rotation.
📣 T = Tell Others
When I first tried the Strawberry Vanilla Chex, I immediately thought of a strawberry milkshake—and this recipe was born.
If you’re looking for a fun, kid-friendly project or a way to use up extra cereal, this one’s a winner. It’s not low-calorie, but it’s packed with fortified nutrients and flavor.
💕 Until next time—stay safe, happy, and healthy.
