Description
These Honeycomb Marshmallow Treats combine crunchy honeycomb cereal, gooey marshmallows, and roasted peanuts for a sweet and nutty snack. Easy to make with just a few ingredients and perfect for dessert or an anytime treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups Honeycomb Cereal
- 10 ounce bag mini marshmallows
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey (add more for stronger honey flavor)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat to ensure it doesn’t burn and melts evenly.
- Incorporate Marshmallows: Stir in the mini marshmallows continuously until they have completely melted into a smooth, sticky mixture.
- Add Peanuts and Honey: Mix in the roasted salted peanuts and honey thoroughly, blending flavors and textures together.
- Combine with Cereal: Quickly add the honeycomb cereal to the saucepan, stirring to coat all the cereal pieces evenly before the mixture sets.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Immediately transfer the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper or sprayed with non-stick spray. Press down firmly to compact the treats evenly.
- Cool and Set: Let the mixture stand at room temperature until completely cooled and set, allowing it to harden enough to cut.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, cut into squares and serve as a delightful sweet snack or dessert.
Notes
- Use low heat to melt marshmallows to prevent burning.
- Press mixture firmly into the pan to create compact treats that hold together well.
- You can adjust the honey amount to your taste for a stronger honey flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature to keep treats fresh.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal from the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: honeycomb cereal marshmallow treats, peanut marshmallow snack, easy honeycomb dessert, no bake treats, honey marshmallow squares
