I have to be honest with you on two counts.
First, I have no idea why these lovely little squares are called “Sweet Maries.” I would love to offer you a quaint little anecdote – but, alas, I’ve got nothin’.
Second, these little treats are delightful. They are wonderful. But they are not fancy or impressive. For me, that is why they hold such a special place in my heart.
If you have children at home these days, you probably also have all of the necessary ingredients to whip these little babies up in a jiffy. So, have at it and enjoy every bite. Simple bliss is only moments away!
Here’s the recipe:
Sweet Maries
instructions:
In a sauce pan bring 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup corn syrup (or honey) to a boil. Remove from the heat. Then add 1/2 cup peanuts and 2 cups of cheerios or rice krispies. (today I left out the nuts and did 2 1/2 cups of cereal) Spread the mixture in a 9×9 pan. If you want you can sprinkle chocolate chips over the top while the mixture is still hot and then spread them over the top once they’ve melted. (I don’t do the chocolate chips… shocking, I know.)
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