A great summer snack that is delicious and nutritious. Enjoy these little crunchy treats on the go, or as an afternoon pick me up. Frost with melted chocolate for an extra special treat.
Ingredients ~
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups miniature marshmallows
(or 20 regular size)
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
3 cups rice krispies cereal
(or 2 cups rice cereal and 1 cup rolled oats)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Cooking spray
(Optional)
1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chip morsels
Directions ~
Lightly coat a non-stick pan or glass dish with cooking spray or butter
In a large saucepot, melt butter over low heat
Add marshmallows and stir until melted
Remove from heat, and mix in peanut butter
Add rice cereal and rolled oats, stirring until well coated
Spread into the prepared pan or dish, pressing firmly with the back of a spoon, or even into your favorite holiday cookie molds for a festive treat
For the chocolate lovers . . .
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| Easter Bunnies |
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| and Valentine Hearts |
Pour chocolate chip morsels into a small glass bowl.
Microwave chocolate in 15 second intervals until chips begin to melt, being careful not to burn them
Immediately remove, and stir until smooth.
While chocolate is still warm, spread over top of treats to coat.
Let cool before serving.
These may be stored in individual ziplock bags for gift giving!
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