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Salted Peanut Chews

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These Salted Peanut Chews are the ultimate comfort dessert, combining a buttery, crumbly shortbread-like crust with a rich, fudgy peanut topping. The magic lies in the contrast: smooth, sweet peanut butter chips and corn syrup are paired with the salty crunch of roasted peanuts and the airy chew of crispy rice cereal. Miniature marshmallows add a delightful, sticky sweetness that binds everything together. Perfect for potlucks, school lunches, or satisfying a sudden sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and almost addictive. They offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors that remind you of classic childhood treats but with a more sophisticated, homemade twist.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24
Calories: 721.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Salted Peanut Chews are the ultimate comfort dessert, combining a buttery, crumbly shortbread-like crust with a rich, fudgy peanut topping. The magic lies in the contrast: smooth, sweet peanut butter chips and corn syrup are paired with the salty crunch of roasted peanuts and the airy chew of crispy rice cereal. Miniature marshmallows add a delightful, sticky sweetness that binds everything together. Perfect for potlucks, school lunches, or satisfying a sudden sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and almost addictive. They offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors that remind you of classic childhood treats but with a more sophisticated, homemade twist.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup Butter or margarine, softened (divided use)
  • 2 cup Peanut butter chips
  • 2/3 cup Corn syrup
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cup Crispy rice cereal
  • 3 cup Miniature marshmallows
  • 2 cup Salted peanuts
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of the softened butter. Mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. 3
    Press the flour mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
  4. 4
    Bake the crust for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  5. 5
    Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle miniature marshmallows evenly over the hot crust.
  6. 6
    Return the pan to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, just until the marshmallows begin to melt and puff. Remove and set aside.
  7. 7
    While the crust bakes, place peanut butter chips, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and the remaining 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan.
  8. 8
    Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  9. 9
    Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the crispy rice cereal and salted peanuts until evenly coated.
  10. 10
    Pour the peanut mixture over the marshmallow-topped crust, spreading it gently to cover the entire surface.
  11. 11
    Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 721.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.9g50%
Saturated Fat 10.1g51%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 482.9mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 98.2g33%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 29.7g
Protein 9.2g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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