Moose on the Loose No-Bake Treat Recipe
A simple no-bake candy cluster combining creamy peanut butter, mixed nuts, cereals, marshmallows, and candy coating for a crunchy, sweet treat.
50 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 package 24 oz candy quick or almond bark
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 2 cups peanut butter Cap’n Crunch cereal
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
Melt Base Mixture:
- Place the candy quick (or almond bark) and creamy peanut butter into a medium saucepan. Set over low heat and stir continuously until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Add the mixed nuts, Rice Krispies cereal, peanut butter Cap’n Crunch cereal, and mini marshmallows into the melted mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until all components are evenly coated.
Form Treats:
- Using a spoon, drop portions of the mixture onto a sheet of waxed paper. Allow each cluster to rest undisturbed until it has hardened completely.
Serve:
- Once firm, transfer the treats to a serving tray or store in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, substitute the cereals with certified gluten-free alternatives (gluten-free puffed rice cereal and peanut butter corn cereal, if available). Confirm that the candy quick (or almond bark) and peanut butter are labeled gluten free to avoid cross-contamination.