Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

 Picture from Beantown Baker

Source: Beantown Baker

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• 1 1/3 cups flour
• 3 tablespoons baking cocoa
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 1/3 cups chocolate chips
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups Rice Krispies
  

Directions:  

1. Pre-heat oven to 350°.
2. In a mixing bowl cream the butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, and beat until fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
4. Spread in a greased 9x13 or 8x8 pan.
5. Bake for 18-25 minutes, or until the middle is set.
6. Sprinkle the marshmallows evenly over the cake, while it is still very hot. Return the pan to the oven for 2-3 minutes.
7. Using a knife dipped in water, spread the melted marshmallows evenly over the cake.
8. Let it cool completely.
9. For the topping, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter and 3 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan. 
10. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and well-blended.
11. Remove from the heat and stir in the cereal.
12. Immediately spread over bars and chill before serving.