Peanut Mallow Bars
Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat with these irresistible Peanut Mallow Bars, perfect for dessert lovers of all ages. Featuring a buttery, golden base layered with gooey mini marshmallows, rich chocolate drizzle, and a crunchy topping of salted peanuts, these bars offer a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. The addition of sweetened condensed milk gives the chocolate topping a creamy decadence that perfectly complements the nutty crunch. Ready in under an hour (plus cooling time), they’re ideal for parties, bake sales, or a delightful snack to satisfy your cravings. Easy to make and packed with crowd-pleasing ingredients, these bars are sure to be your next go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 1.5 cups Salted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 14-ounce can Sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth out the top.
Bake the base in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and just starting to melt.
While the marshmallows are melting, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-second increments, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
Carefully drizzle the chocolate mixture over the marshmallows, spreading it evenly using an offset spatula.
Sprinkle the chopped peanuts evenly over the top of the bars, pressing them gently into the chocolate layer so they stick.
Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then transfer the baking dish to the refrigerator for at least 2 additional hours to fully set.
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the dish. Place them on a cutting board and cut into 24 squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 272.2 g | 349% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.5 g | 608% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 755 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 2532 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 943.7 g | 343% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 675.2 g | ||
| Protein | 122.4 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1444 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3123 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
