Peanutty Caramel Bars

By Lori01

Made this one with the microwave.

Reduced-fat or generic brands of peanut butter are not recommended for this recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 package (14 ounces) caramels
• 1/4 cup water
• 3/4 cup peanut butter, divided
• 4 cups Cheerios
• 1 cup salted peanuts
• 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips or 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup butter, softened

Details

Servings 3

Preparation

Step 1

In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave caramels, water and 1/2 cup peanut butter on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 1 to 1-1/2 minutes longer or until melted. Add cereal and peanuts; toss to coat. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; set aside.
In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chips, butter and remaining peanut butter on high for 20-50 seconds; stir until smooth. Spread over cereal mixture. Refrigerate before cutting.

Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (1 each) equals 154 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 126 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.