Marshmallow Krispie Bars

Allison Whiting

1 package DUNCAN HINES Fudge Brownie Mix, Family Size
1 package (10 ½ ounces) miniature marshmallows
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon butter
1 ½ cups crispy rice cereal

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease bottom of 13 × 9-inch pan.

2. Prepare and bake brownies following package directions for basic recipe. Remove from oven. Sprinkle marshmallows on hot brownies. Return to oven. Bake for 3 minutes longer.

3. Place chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter in saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until chips are melted. Add rice cereal; mix well. Spread mixture over marshmallow layer. Refrigerate until chilled. Cut into bars.
Makes about 2 dozen bars

Tip: For a special presentation, cut cookies into diamond shapes.