Caramel Cereal Treats
Simple & Delicious
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“I’ve gotten a lot of compliments on these bars,” writes Laurie Lingenfelter from Nevada, Iowa. Even her husband’s friends at work request the sweet, crispy treats.
SERVINGS: 40
CATEGORY: Dessert
METHOD: Microwave
TIME: Prep: 20 min. + standing
Ingredients:
- 8 cups Sugar Smacks cereal
- 1-3/4 cups dry roasted peanuts
- 1 package (14 ounces) caramels
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted and cooled
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine cereal and peanuts; set aside. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk and butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring every 30 seconds.
Pour over cereal mixture; stir to coat. With greased hands, pat mixture into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. Drizzle with chocolate. Let stand until set. Cut into bars. Yield: 3-1/2 dozen.