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Peanutty Caramel Bars

By: Charlene Bennett  
"Made in the microwave, these sweet and chewy bars can be stirred by very quickly. Loaded with caramel, chocolate, peanuts and peanut butter, they remind some folks of a candy bar. Kids of all ages love them. --Charlene Bennett Clearville, Pennsylvania"

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Prep Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 36 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  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.

Footnotes

  • This recipe was tested with an 850-watt microwave.
  • Reduced-fat or generic brands of peanut butter are not recommended for this recipe.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 19, 2008 by Jenelle D 
Easy to make and the kids liked them. The only problem is that they don't store for very long... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 7, 2007 by Littldot 
I didnt have any peanuts on hand when I made this, and guessed at how many 14oz of carmels... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2008 by cookiemonster 
I made these for the first time yesterday and they are yummy! I was concerned because I only... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2008 by Eleanor 
I was looking for something to make with plain Cheerios leftover from my nephew's short stay... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 8, 2008 by RENNIEQ 
These were great! I did have to add a couple extra handfuls of cheerios because there was so... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2008 by KateH 
Yum! A quick and easy recipe. I only had chunky peanut butter and roasted and salted peanuts... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2008 by CHRISTY7795 
This was tasty, though I think it would taste even better with homemade caramels...somehow the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2008 by SCOOPSTER4U 
We had sooo many free boxes of cheerios that we were looking for a recipe to use them up and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2007 by SARAELIJAH 
I've been making these for a few years now. They are so easy to make. What takes the longest... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2007 by Tyler D! 
Great recipe. You better like caramel. Next time I may add a few extra nuts/cheerios to cut... MORE

 
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