Caramel Cereal Treats

Caramel Cereal Treats

8 cups Sugar Smacks cereal
1-3/4 cups dry roasted peanuts
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted and cooled

In a large bowl, combine cereal and peanuts; set aside. In a large
microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk and butter. Microwave,
uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring every 30 seconds.

Pour over cereal mixture; stir to coat. With greased hands, pat mixture into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. Drizzle with chocolate. Let stand until set. Cut into bars. Yield: 3-1/2 dozen.