Cashew Caramel Squares

[JJ Judkins]

* Exported from MasterCook *

Cashew Caramel Squares

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Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Candy

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 jar marshmallow creme -- (7 oz.)
2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
1/2 cup salted cashew pieces -- finely chopped
1/2 cup butter -- melted
36 caramels -- unwrapped
3 Tbsp. cream
1 cup salted cashew pieces
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup peanut butter

In medium bowl combine powdered sugar and marshmallow creme. Mix well, then knead on

powdered sugar-sprinkled work surface until smooth. Roll to an 8" square, wrap in plastic

wrap, and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8" square pan with foil and set aside. In small

bowl, combine cookie crumbs, 1/2 cup cashew pieces and melted butter and blend well. Press

into pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until crust is set. Unwrap marshmallow creme mixture and

place on hot crust; set on wire rack to cool.

Combine unwrapped caramels and cream in medium bowl and microwave on medium for 4-6

minutes, stirring twice during cooking time, until blended and smooth. Add 1 cup salted

cashew pieces and mix well. Spread over marshmallow layer.

In small bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter; melt in microwave on medium power

for 2 minutes; stir to blend well. Pour over nuts. Refrigerate bars until set, then store

covered.

16 bars

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 3334 Calories; 188g Fat (48.9% calories from fat); 30g Protein; 412g Carbohydrate; 10g Dietary Fiber; 325mg Cholesterol; 1395mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 2 Lean Meat; 36 1/2 Fat; 26 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.


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