Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerio Marshmallow Treats

My hungry puppies love cereal and marshmallow treats.  Whether it is rice krispies treats, or golden graham treats, or oreo marshmallow treats, they are a hit.  These no bake bars are made with chocolate and peanut butter cheerios.  For a simpler version, just combine the cereal and make it one layer.


Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerio Marshmallow Treats


Chocolate Layer:
3 Tablespoons butter
1 bag (10 ounces) marshmallows (mini or regular)
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups Chocolate Cheerios


Peanut Butter Layer:
3 Tablespoons butter
1 bag (10 ounces) marshmallows (mini or regular)
1/2 cup peanut butter
6 cups Peanut Butter Cheerios


Drizzle:
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter chips
1 teaspoon oil, divided


Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Set aside.


For the chocolate layer, in a large microwaveable bowl combine butter and marshmallows.  Microwave for about 1 minute or until melted.  Add the chocolate chips and vanilla, and stir well until melted and smooth.  If necessary, return to the microwave and heat for an additional 15 to 30 seconds.  Add the Chocolate Cheerios and stir until evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.  Transfer the cheerio mixture to the prepared pan, and press in evenly with greased hands.


For the peanut butter layer, in a large microwaveable bowl, combine butter, marshmallows, and peanut butter.  Microwave for about 1 minute or until melted.  Stir well until smooth.  If necessary, return to the microwave and heat for an additional 15 to 30 seconds.  Add the peanut butter cheerios and stir until evenly coated with marshmallow mixture.  Transfer the cheerio mixture to the pan and press evenly on top of the chocolate cheerio layer.


For the drizzle, place the chocolate chips and peanut butter chips in separate bowls and add 1/2 teaspoon of oil to each.  Melt the chips in the microwave for about 30 to 60 seconds, stirring after 30 seconds.  Stir the chips until melted and smooth.  Drizzle the melted chocolate over cheerio treats, then drizzle the melted peanut butter chips over that.  Makes 12 to 15 large treats.


Enjoy!  -Cardamommy