Caramel Rocky Road Recipes

Steps:

• Grease bottom and sides of square baking dish, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with butter.
• Heat all ingredients to boiling in heavy 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook about 35 minutes, stirring frequently, to 245°F on candy thermometer or until small amount of mixture dropped into cup of very cold water forms a firm ball that holds its shape until pressed. Immediately spread in baking dish. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
• Cut into 8 rows by 8 rows, using kitchen scissors or sharp knife. Wrap individually in waxed paper or plastic wrap. Store wrapped candies in airtight container at room temperature.

Steps:

• Grease 9-inch square baking pan.
• Electrically beat all "Crumb" ingredients except nuts.
• Stir in peanuts.
• Press 2/3 of the mixture into the baking pan.
• Bake at 350°F for 12-17 minutes or until golden brown.
• Spread 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping over baked crumb mixture.
• Sprinkle 1/2 cup peanuts, 1.5 cup mini marshmallows, and 1/2 cup chocolate pieces over caramel.
• Cover with the remaining 1/3 of crumb mixture.
• Return to oven and bake for 20 minutes.
• Chill bars in refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
• Cut into squares and keep refrigerated until served.