Backwoods Bonfire Bark

From TOH 1/12

Not only do the flavors of chocolate, marshmallow and peanuts taste great together, the easy recipe reminds me of being up north at the cabin with my family. Makes a fast batch of treats to sell at your school bake sale.
Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 min. + standing


Yield: 24 Servings



10 5 15
Ingredients
1 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped
1-1/2 cups honey bear-shaped crackers
1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
3/4 cup dry roasted peanuts
Directions
Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 1 minute longer in 20-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth.
Spread to 1/4-in. thickness on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle crackers, marshmallows and peanuts over chocolate; press in lightly.
Chill until firm. Break or cut into pieces. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 1-1/2 pounds.







Nutritional Facts 1 ounce equals 156 calories, 9 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 68 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Backwoods Bonfire Bark in Taste of Home April/May 2012, p25