Magic Santa Bars

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup peanut butter
• 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
3. Press the dough into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Spread over the partially baked crust.
5. Sprinkle the marshmallows over the top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, until marshmallows are lightly browned.
6. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• Marshmallows are believed to have originated in ancient Egypt, where they were made from the sap of the mallow plant.
• Chocolate was introduced to Europe in the 16th century, and has been popular ever since.
• Peanut butter was first created in the late 19th century and was originally marketed as a health food.