Salted Nut Roll Bars

You’ll have a hard time resisting these salted nut roll bars with their sweet and salty flavors, just like the classic candy treat.

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Between the sweet and salty, chewy and crunchy, these salted nut roll bars are pretty much irresistible. They have a fantastic combination of textures featuring a buttery crumb crust, soft gooey marshmallow center, and a caramel-like topping with Rice Krispies and peanuts.

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Salted nut roll bars offer an unforgettable flavor experience!

With a chewy, marshmallow and Rice Krispie center that adds plenty of texture, you’ll savor the sweet and salty combination of roasted peanuts, and creamy peanut butter swirled throughout.

Every bite bursts with a gooey sweetness that will keep you coming back for more.

You’ll need:

For The Crust:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• ½ teaspoon of baking soda
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup of unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

For The Topping:

• 4 cups of miniature marshmallows
• 10-ounce bag of peanut butter chips
• ⅔ cup of light corn syrup
• ½ cup of unsalted butter
• 2-3 cups of salted peanuts
• 2 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
• Flaky sea salt (optional)

PRO TIP:

You can vary the amount of Rice Krispies and peanuts you add to the topping. I wouldn’t add more than about 3 cups of peanuts as the balance of salty and sweet will start to lean toward too salty.

Substitutions And Additions

MARSHMALLOWS: You can use either miniature or full-size marshmallows in this easy recipe; just make sure it adds up to 4 cups.

How To Make This Salted Nut Roll Bars Recipe

To make this yummy treat, the first step is to make the sweet crust and bake it. Once it comes out of the oven, you will very quickly add a layer of marshmallows before baking this dessert again.

Finally, you can add the peanut butter and nut topping and allow the bars to cool before digging in!

Check out our step-by-step instructions below.

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 baking pan lined with a piece of parchment paper.

STEP TWO: In a medium bowl, beat together all of the crust ingredients until well combined.

STEP THREE: Press mixture into the bottom of the pan

STEP FOUR: Bake for 12 minutes.

STEP FIVE: Remove the crust from the oven and immediately spread the mini marshmallows over the crust. Place the baking dish back into the oven and bake until the marshmallows puff and begin to turn golden, another 12 to 15 minutes.

STEP SIX: Meanwhile, combine the peanut butter chips, corn syrup, and butter in a medium saucepan and stir over medium heat until the peanut butter mixture is melted and fully combined. 

STEP SEVEN: Stir the peanuts and Rice Krispies into the melted mixture.

STEP EIGHT: Spread the topping mixture over the puffed and golden marshmallows and leave the baking dish to cool completely.

STEP NINE: When cooled, lift from the baking dish and cut into bars using a sharp knife.

How To Serve

This copycat recipe is perfect for snacking any time of day or night. Enjoy these tasty and gooey bars with a cold glass of iced tea or a warm mug of homemade hot chocolate to wash them down.

For something a bit fancier, freshly whipped cream also pairs wonderfully. If you’re looking for a bit of pizzazz, hot fudge sauce adds just the right amount of sweetness to this salty treat.

After all, there’s nothing more comforting on a cold night than an ooey-gooey slice of this salty-sweet perfection paired with some decadent accompaniments!

Check out our classic Rice Krispie squares and our chocolate chip cheesecake bars. Both are irresistible sweet treats.

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Storage

ON THE COUNTER: Store leftover nut bars in an airtight container on the countertop for 2 to 3 days. 

IN THE FREEZER: These nut roll bars can also be kept in the freezer for up to 1 month. Wrap in aluminum foil and store in a Ziploc bag. Thaw on the counter before enjoying.

These salted nut roll bars are the perfect combination of gooey marshmallows and salty peanuts. Once you sink your teeth into these, you’ll know why the candy bars are so popular. We’d suggest whipping up a delicious batch soon!

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You’ll have a hard time resisting these salted nut roll bars with their sweet and salty flavors, just like the classic candy treat.

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 24

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Ingredients

  

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Crust

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

• 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 10 ounce bag peanut butter chips
• ⅔ cup light corn syrup
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 2 to 3 cups salted peanuts
• 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• Flaky sea salt, optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• In a medium mixing bowl, beat together all of the crust ingredients until well combined. Press mixture into a 9×13 baking pan lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 12 minutes.
• Remove the crust from the oven and immediately spread the mini marshmallows over the crust. Place the baking dish back into the oven and bake until the marshmallows puff and begin to turn golden, another 12 to 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine the peanut butter chips, corn syrup, and butter in a medium saucepan and stir over medium heat until melted and fully combined.
• Stir in the peanuts and Rice Krispies.
• Spread the topping mixture over the puffed and golden marshmallows and leave the baking dish to cool completely.
• When cooled, lift from the baking dish and cut into bars.

Notes

• You can vary the amount of Rice Krispies and peanuts you add to the topping. I wouldn’t add more than about 3 cups of peanuts as the balance of salty and sweet will start to lean toward too salty.
• Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your crust as the suggested baking time approaches.
• The topping mixture takes just a couple of minutes to melt and come together. Start making the topping about 5 minutes after you have put the marshmallow-topped cookie base back into the oven.
• When you add the topping over the marshmallows, use a lightly greased spatula to press the topping down into the marshmallows and form a flat top.

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 403IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg

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