BOTTOM-OF-THE-COOKIE-JAR PEANUT BUTTER-MARSHMALLOW-GRAHAM BARS

BOTTOM-OF-THE-COOKIE-JAR PEANUT BUTTER-MARSHMALLOW-GRAHAM BARS

This recipe is great for three reasons:  1) it is versatile--you can use the cookies of your choice, 2) it is really easy to make, and 3) it tastes great!  Olivia has made this and every time it is a hit with anyone who tastes it.  The really nice thing about this sweet treat is that it is a popular among children and adults alike.  You won't be sorry  you tried this.  It is a great recipe to keep in your repertoire in case you need something, quick ,easy, and tasty to take to a carry-in.  Give it a try.  You won't be sorry!
-Nanette

BOTTOM-OF-THE-COOKIE-JAR PEANUT BUTTER-MARSHMALLOW-GRAHAM BARS

Ingredients

6

tablespoons salted butter

1

cup creamy peanut butter

6

cups mini marshmallows

3

cups Golden Grahams™ cereal

2

cups of your favorite cookies, chopped (I used peanut butter sandwich cookies, creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, chocolate chip cookies and peanut butter-stuffed pretzels)

1 1/2

cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

• 1Grease (or line with cooking parchment paper) 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish.
• 2In large heavy-bottomed pan, heat butter, peanut butter and marshmallows over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until mixture is melted and smooth.
• 3Remove from heat; stir in cereal and cookie crumbs. Dump mixture into baking dish; smooth it into an even layer.
• 4In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until melted and smooth. Drizzle over top of bars. Cover; place in fridge 1 hour.
• 5Cut into 6 rows by 3 rows. Store covered at room temperature or in the fridge.