Almond and Banana Cream Treats

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1 package (10 ounce) marshmallows
1 box (3.4 ounce) banana cream instant pudding and pie filling
1/2 light corn syrup, divided
1 box (9 ounces) rice cereal
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (12 ounce) white chips
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions

1. Line a 17x12-inch baking pan with foil and spray foil with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add marshmallows, instant pudding and 1/4 cup corn syrup. Stir until marshmallows are melted and mixture is blended, about 5 minutes.
3. Add cereal, then stir until cereal is coated.
4. Press mixture into prepared pan. Cool.
5. In a small saucepan over low heat, heat heavy cream, corn syrup and 1 tablespoon butter until butter is melted and mixture is hot. 
6. Remove from heat, then add chips and almond extract. 
7. Using a hand mixer, beat on medium speed until chips are melted and mixture is smooth, 2 minutes. Spread over cereal and sprinkle with almonds. Cut into squares.

Serves: 40