PEPPERMINT CRUMB SQUARES

Peppermint Crumb Squares image

Although I have a boxful of recipes, I often opt to make up my own. My granddaughter likes to eat these bars when she visits.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla or white chips
2/3 cup crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour; beat until crumbly. Press 2 cups into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; set remaining crumb mixture aside. Bake the crust at 350° for 8-10 minutes. , In a heavy saucepan or microwave, heat milk and vanilla chips until chips are melted; stir until smooth. Pour over hot crust and spread evenly. Combine the candy and reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over top. , Bake for 18-22 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.