Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 23 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 23 cup corn syrup, light
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 10 ounces peanut butter chips 1 package
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 2 cups peanuts, salted

Method

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  • Add egg yolks and vanilla, mix well.
  • Put flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda in another medium bowl and combine.
  • Add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Press into a greased 13-in.
  • x 9-in.
  • x 2-in.
  • baking pan.
  • Bake at 350F (180C) F for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden.
  • Sprinkle with marshmallows return to oven just until marshmallows begin to puff, about 2 minutes, watch carefully.
  • Cool.
  • For the topping:
  • Meanwhile, combine corn syrup, butter, chips and vanilla in a large saucepan.
  • Cook and stir over low heat until chips are melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Remove from the heat, stir in cereal and peanuts.
  • Spread warm topping evenly over marshmallow layer.
  • Refrigerate until set.
  • Make 3 dozens.