Deluxe Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

Directions

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.

Add eggs and vanilla; beat until fluffy.

Combine flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa; add to creamed mixture.

Stir in nuts if desired. Spread in a greased regular sized jelly roll pan.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) for 15 to 18 minutes.

Sprinkle marshmallows evenly over cake; return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes.

Using a knife dipped in water, spread the melted marshmallows evenly over cake.

Cool.

For topping, combine chocolate chips, butter and peanut butter in a small saucepan.

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted nd well blended.

Remove from heat; stir in cereal.

Spread over bars.

Chill.