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Churro Marshmallow Bites

candy· snacks
March 21, 2017

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Churro Marshmallow Bites – A chewy, bite-sized snack made with Cinnamon PEBBLES™ and melted marshmallows, which are then formed into little round bites that are dipped in a cinnamon white chocolate coating. It’s the perfect snack for your afternoon cravings!

Bowl of Churro Marshmallow BitesGreetings from Boston! We’ve been here for the weekend and are actually packing up to head back home today. It’s been the coldest weather we’ve experienced all winter long, which I’ve actually enjoyed. I finally got to whip out my scarves, hats, and gloves. But I’m ready to go back to our spring weather. Can’t wait to see you again, 70 degrees!

For today’s recipe I want to share another one of my favorite snack recipes. If you’re a frequent reader of the blog, you know how much I love to snack. On any given weeknight, you can catch me snacking on food for dinner instead of whipping up a huge meal.

And let’s not forget the afternoon snack…I cannot go much time between lunch and dinner before craving a little bite of something delicious, and usually something sweet. I love to make a batch of cookies or truffles or other small treats on the weekend so I can have them for an afternoon snack throughout the week. I don’t want to ruin my day by eating a huge piece of cake or something heavy like that. Therefore, I always opt for a small, bite-sized treat for afternoon snacks.

When I saw these new Cinnamon PEBBLES™ during my trip to Walmart, I was inspired to make a new snack. One of the first things that come to mind when I think of cinnamon and sugar are churros. You know, those fried pieces of dough that are tossed in cinnamon sugar? So I channeled those flavors for my next snack. Say hello to Churro Marshmallow Bites!

Bowl of Churro Marshmallow Bites with cinnamon spice in the background Cinnamon pebbles cereal poured onto the table

If you’ve ever had a churro before, you know that they’re super crispy yet chewy at the same time. That’s exactly the texture I was looking for in these bites but without all the hassle of making a dough and deep frying it. I discovered that, when you combine the crispy Cinnamon PEBBLES™ with the chewy marshmallow, you get almost the exact texture of a churro. And it takes about half the amount of effort. Perfect!

The small size of the crispy Cinnamon PEBBLES™ is ideal for these bites because they are so easy to chew and won’t make you work hard when you’re chewing like some bulky cereals would. Plus, you can get the perfect bite-size shape when the cereal is nice and small like these little PEBBLES™ are.

Closeup on a bowl of Churro Marshmallow Bites Churro Marshmallow Bites with a bite taken out of one

Making these bites is so simple and requires few tools and ingredients. And there’s no baking required! Isn’t it great when you can keep that oven off for once?! You also get your hands a little messy so I think it’s a fun snack to make with the kids or your spouse or friends.

To make these bites, you simply melt the marshmallows with some butter until it’s slick and smooth. Then, add in the Cinnamon PEBBLES™ and stir until completely combined. From there, you form little bite-sized balls. I find that using a cookie scoop for this part is super helpful. But feel free to dig right in with your hands if you’re feeling adventurous!

Measuring cup full of Cinnamon Pebbles Melted white chocolate and cinnamon mixture next to cinnamon pebble balls

After we’ve formed the bites, this is when it gets ultra-decadent. I mixed some cinnamon into melted white chocolate and then dipped each bite into the white chocolate and coated them evenly. You haven’t lived if you haven’t tried cinnamon and white chocolate together. White chocolate can be a little too sweet for me, at times. But the warm, spicy cinnamon mellows out that sweetness and makes it just right. Yes and yes.

Before you get started on these delicious churro marshmallow bites, here are a few tips to make sure they come out perfectly:

  1. Make sure you’re always watching the marshmallows when you are heating them on the stove. The marshmallows take some time to melt so I know it can be tempting to do other things while it does its thing. But don’t! Sugar can burn really quickly and easily so don’t take your eyes off of the mixture while it’s on the stove.
  2. When it’s time to form the cereal mixture into bites, I recommend this two-step process: (1) scoop the bites onto a baking sheet and let them sit for 3-5 minutes (2) go back and form the mixture into a perfect ball. The cereal mixture is super sticky at the beginning so you will have a big mess if you try to form them into a ball right off the bat. If you let the little portions set for a couple minutes, you’ll have a much easier time. Trust me.
  3. For the white chocolate coating, make sure you are using melting chocolate and not chocolate chips. Melting chocolate sets up hard again once it’s cooled so it’s perfect for snacks like these that are kept at room temperature. I had no issues finding the melting chocolate in the baking aisle at Walmart, but if you can’t find it, you can also use vanilla flavored candy coating.
  4. Speaking of the chocolate, if you find that it’s getting tacky and hard to work with when you’re nearing the end, that means that it’s starting to harden. All you need to do is pop it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to melt it again.

That’s all there is to it guys! You’re going to love this new treat. Make sure to pack a few with your lunches during the week so you can enjoy for your afternoon snack.

When you’re ready to try these out for yourself, you can find these new Cinnamon PEBBLES™ next to your other favorite PEBBLES™ flavors in the cereal aisle at Walmart.

Churro Marshmallow Bites - A chewy, bite-sized snack made with Cinnamon PEBBLES™ and melted marshmallows, which are then formed into little round bites that are dipped in a cinnamon white chocolate coating. It's the perfect snack for your afternoon cravings! #CerealShakeup #CerealAnytimeVarious Post Pebbles Cereal boxes on a shelf

For some more ways to enjoy #CerealAnytime, check out Post’s Pinterest page for some great ideas!

And while you’re at Walmart’s cereal aisle, make sure to check out some other great options from Post: their Malt-O-Meal collection! I love these cereals because they offer all my favorite flavors at an affordable price. My favorite flavors are the Cookies and Cream (yay for chocolate for breakfast!) and the French Toasters. They are packaged in bags and typically located at the end of the aisle.

Bag Of Cookies & Cream, French Toasters cereals and a box of Cinnamon Pebbles

Walmart Cereal Aisle

You can find a whole section of Malt-o-Meal cereals in Walmart’s cereal aisle

For a full collection of the POST FOODS offered at Walmart, check out the collection here.

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styled shot of Churro Marshmallow Bites in a bowl
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Churro Marshmallow Bites

A chewy, bite-sized snack made with Cinnamon PEBBLES™ and melted marshmallows, which are then formed into little round bites that are dipped in a cinnamon white chocolate coating. It's the perfect snack for your afternoon cravings! #CerealShakeup #CerealAnytime
Prep Time15 mins
Total Time1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 3 dozen bites

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 16 ounces mini-marshmallows
  • 6 cups Cinnamon PEBBLES™ cereal
  • 12 ounces white melting chocolate (they usually come in wafers or disks)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Grease two large baking sheets. Set aside. In a large saucepan, heat butter on medium until it's completely melted. Add marshmallows and reduce heat to medium low. Stir until they are completely melted, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and immediately add cereal. Stir vigorously to help the cereal and marshmallow mixture combine. Once combined, spoon mixture onto a greased baking sheet in 1 tablespoon-sized portions. Let them sit for 3-5 minutes until slightly set.
  • Roll each portion into a ball. But be careful not to pack tightly or else they will be tough to eat. Let them set completely for about 30 minutes.
  • Melt white chocolate in a medium bowl in 30-second increments in the microwave. Once completely melted, add 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and stir together. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate to completely coat them. Shake off extra chocolate. Set back on baking sheet to set for 15 minutes.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Fanatic

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  1. printing press ajman says

    February 4, 2023 at 3:12 am

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  2. hamza says

    October 24, 2017 at 12:20 pm

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  3. Kari says

    March 27, 2017 at 6:24 pm

    I had no idea what to expect here. These look very yummy! Love the bite sizes.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 27, 2017 at 8:22 pm

      Aw thanks so much! I love bite-sized treats because I feel less guilty after eating a handful haha

      Reply
  4. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

    March 23, 2017 at 5:38 am

    How neat!! It’s such a cool idea to use cinnamon cereal to make churro bits. I would love to try one of these. They look so good.

    Reply
  5. Sarah | Digital Motherhood says

    March 23, 2017 at 4:24 am

    These sound and look amazing!!

    Reply
  6. Julie Hoag says

    March 22, 2017 at 8:06 pm

    My kids will LOVE these! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
  7. Meghan says

    March 22, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    I totally know what I am making as an easter treat! This looks amazing!

    Meghan | beyondbasicblog.com

    Reply
  8. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says

    March 22, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    Oh yes!! I need these in my life (and face) right now!

    Reply
  9. Christina Shoemaker says

    March 22, 2017 at 2:53 pm

    I can’t believe you made these beauties with cereal! I never would have guessed! They look amazing and now all I can think about is how much I’d love a churro. 😉

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 22, 2017 at 3:33 pm

      Haha! Thanks so much! The cereal adds the perfect crunch so you feel like you’re eating a churro but without all the extra effort (and calories!). I hope you get to try them!

      Reply
  10. Molly says

    March 22, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    OH my goodness, these sound amazing! I haven’t had churros in so long, but I know I love them! I can’t wait to give these a try.

    Molly // Miss Molly Moon

    Reply
  11. Bea Alvarado says

    March 22, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    What?! These look amazing, Can’t wait to try out this recipe!
    http://thebbar.org/

    Reply
  12. Suzanne says

    March 22, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    Such a good idea! These look amazing.

    Reply
  13. Angie says

    March 22, 2017 at 10:46 am

    These look amazing! I’m a big fan of churros, and marshmallows… Of sweets in general. haha!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 22, 2017 at 11:57 am

      Haha! You’re gonna love these then!

      Reply
  14. Sirri says

    March 22, 2017 at 9:50 am

    Oh my these look so good!

    Reply
  15. Rachel R Ritlop says

    March 22, 2017 at 8:53 am

    this is so creative! looks delicious!

    Reply
  16. Ashley says

    March 22, 2017 at 8:00 am

    LOVE THIS! Like a rice crispy treat, but classier! Perfect for those times I have other moms over for a wine night! THANKS!

    Reply
  17. jessica says

    March 22, 2017 at 6:50 am

    i’ve never tried making something like this, so creative!

    Reply
  18. Ashley says

    March 21, 2017 at 9:50 pm

    Okay, I’ve got to make these ASAP! They look amazing! What a delicious treat!

    Reply
  19. Jacki says

    March 21, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    Omg!! These looks amazing!! I need to try them asap!

    Reply
  20. Lisa says

    March 21, 2017 at 7:25 pm

    I did not even know cinnamon pebbles were a thing. These sound amazing! I’ll be making them soon!

    Reply
  21. Krysten says

    March 21, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    Wow this seems so easy to make! I haven’t heard of the cinnamon fruity pebbles before! I need to get some and make this for my son, he’d love them!

    Reply
  22. Leah says

    March 21, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    What a fun idea!I bet my boys would love to make these! Can’t wait!

    Reply
  23. Vicki @ Babies to Bookworms says

    March 21, 2017 at 5:50 pm

    These look so yummy and fun!

    Reply
  24. anne @onedeterminedlife says

    March 21, 2017 at 5:14 pm

    These look so good!!

    Reply
  25. Maggie Unzueta says

    March 21, 2017 at 4:54 pm

    Oh my! These bites look so delicious.

    Reply
  26. Joanna says

    March 21, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    These are like cinnamon rice krispy treats and they look delicious!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 21, 2017 at 5:54 pm

      Thanks! The coating of cinnamon white chocolate makes these bites extra special

      Reply
  27. Amy Blake says

    March 21, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    These look amazing and are a nice alternative to regularly rice crispy treats.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 21, 2017 at 5:53 pm

      They are on a whole other level thanks to the cinnamon sugar punch!

      Reply
  28. Kim says

    March 21, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    My kids are going to love m for discovering these!! And I did not know pebble code in cinnamon! Yum!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 21, 2017 at 5:53 pm

      Yay! So glad I could introduce them to you!

      Reply
  29. Leah Ashley says

    March 21, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    They look simply delicious!! I think they would be gone before I finish making them with my kiddos!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 21, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      Haha it was so hard to wait for these to set. I was eating the cereal and marshmallow mixture right out of the bowl!

      Reply
  30. Amanda | Maple Alps says

    March 21, 2017 at 10:07 am

    These look tasty! I love churros and I love marshmallows, so totally up my alley!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      March 21, 2017 at 5:51 pm

      Yes! You’re gonna love these!

      Reply
  31. Shan Walker says

    March 21, 2017 at 7:12 am

    Oh my! These look amazing and I want some even though I’ve never had a churro (can you believe that?). Can’t go wrong with all of these ingredients!

    Reply

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