Peanutty Caramel Bars

Name: Peanutty Caramel Bars
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

7 ingredients

2 steps

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

Directions

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.
2

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.