Shelly's Recipe

CASHEW CARAMEL SQUARES

Category: Bars

2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme
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 inch square, wrap in plastic wrap, and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350. Line an 8 inch 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.