Peanutty Caramel Bars Recipe

Peanutty Caramel Bars Recipe

  • 1 (14 ounce) package caramels
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter, divided
  • 4 cups Cheerios® cereal
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat caramels, water and 1/2 cup peanut butter on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 1-2 minutes longer or until melted. Add cereal and peanuts; stir until coated. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. pan; set aside.
  2. In another microwave-safe bowl, heat chips, butter and remaining peanut butter on high for 30-60 seconds or until melted. Spread over cereal mixture. Refrigerate before cutting.
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