Salted Nut Roll Bars
This recipe comes from our very dear family friend, Linda Barrick. She is one of the best bakers I know! These salted nut roll bars are reminiscent of the candy bar, but even better! This recipe makes a big batch so it’s perfect for sharing with loved ones or taking to a party. Be prepared for people to ask for the recipe!
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 15.25-ounce yellow cake mix
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1 stick butter melted
- 1 egg
Topping Ingredients
- 1 10-ounce bag miniature marshmallows
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- ½ cup corn syrup
- 1 10-ounce package peanut butter chips
- 1 16-ounce can salted cocktail peanuts
Instructions
Base Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 15.5 x 10.5 inch jelly roll pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, water, melted butter, and egg until blended. Spread into the prepared jelly roll pan in a thin, even layer. Bake for 10 minutes.
Topping Instructions
- Immediately sprinkle the base layer evenly with the miniature marshmallows. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3-4 minutes or just just until marshmallows have puffed. Do not let the marshmallows brown.
- In a glass microwavable bowl, place the butter slices, corn syrup, and peanut butter chips and stir. Microwave until melted, stirring after 30 second intervals.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the puffed marshmallows and gently press the salted peanuts over the top.
- Let bars cool completely before cutting. If desired, the bars may be stored in the refrigerator for firmer texture.