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Toasted Marshmallow K-Bars Recipe

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These Toasted Marshmallow K-Bars are a delightful twist on classic cereal treats, featuring a creamy blend of peanut butter, melted mini marshmallows, toasted regular marshmallows, and a crunchy cereal base. Topped with rich melted chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these bars offer a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors and a variety of textures, making them an irresistible snack or dessert.

Ingredients

Base and Binding

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 bag (10 ounces) mini marshmallows
  • 5 cups Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies cereal

Toasted Marshmallows

  • 2 cups regular marshmallows

Topping

  • 20 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted
  • Flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Broiler: Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and preheat your oven's broiler to get ready for toasting the marshmallows.
  2. Melt Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large pot over medium heat, add the room temperature butter and peanut butter. Allow the butter to fully melt into the peanut butter, then reduce the heat to low.
  3. Melt Mini Marshmallows: Stir in the mini marshmallows and keep stirring gently until fully melted and smooth, approximately 5 minutes. Once melted, remove the pot from the heat to prevent burning.
  4. Combine with Cereal: Add the Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies cereal into the melted marshmallow mixture. Stir well to ensure the cereal is evenly coated.
  5. Toast Marshmallows: Spread the regular marshmallows in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place under the preheated broiler for 1-2 minutes until toasted to a golden brown. Watch carefully as marshmallows can burn quickly.
  6. Mix Toasted Marshmallows in Cereal Mixture: Immediately add the toasted marshmallows into the cereal mixture and mix thoroughly while still warm to help bind the ingredients together.
  7. Press Mixture into Pan: Transfer the combined mixture to the prepared 9×13 inch pan. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased or moistened) to press and pack it evenly into the pan to form a compact layer.
  8. Top with Chocolate and Salt: Pour the melted semi-sweet or dark chocolate evenly over the packed cereal bars. Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top to enhance flavor contrast.
  9. Chill and Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours until the bars are firm and chocolate topping is set.
  10. Slice and Serve: Remove from fridge, lift from pan using the parchment paper, and cut into 24 bars. Enjoy your delicious Toasted Marshmallow K-Bars!

Notes

  • Use either Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies based on your preferred cereal crunch.
  • Watch the marshmallows closely while broiling as they toast very quickly and can burn easily.
  • For easier cutting, allow bars to chill thoroughly so the chocolate topping is firm.
  • Flaky sea salt is optional but adds a nice balance of salty flavor against the sweet chocolate.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture.

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