A Southern Grace: Avalanche Bars

Avalanche Bars

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Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces white chocolate, chopped, or 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1-1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
Directions:
Lightly grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch square baking pan.
In microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped white chocolate or chips in the microwave on medium powder for 30 seconds. Stir and heat for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the chocolate is melted. You can also use a double boiler for this, and that's the method I prefer.
Add the peanut butter to the melted chocolate and stir until smooth.
Place the rice cereal in a large bowl. Add the melted white chocolate mixture and gently toss until completely coated. Continue to stir until the mixture is no longer warm to the touch, about 5 minutes.
When the cereal mixture has cooled, fold in the marshmallows and peanuts.
Spread into prepared pan, compressing lightly with the back of your spoon, taking care not to crush the cereal. Refrigerate until set, at least 30 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

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