Old Fashioned Marshmallow Peanut Butter Squares
Old Fashioned Marshmallow Peanut Butter Squares are a nostalgic no-bake dessert made with creamy peanut butter, sweet butterscotch chips, and mini marshmallows. These chewy, rich bars are simple to make and perfect for sharing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (11 oz) bag butterscotch chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butterscotch chips, peanut butter, and butter, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 3–5 minutes to avoid melting the marshmallows.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Gently fold in the mini marshmallows until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and press lightly into an even layer.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use rainbow marshmallows for a fun twist.Try crunchy peanut butter or chopped peanuts for added texture.Drizzle melted chocolate on top for a chocolate version.Let mixture cool slightly before adding marshmallows to maintain chewy texture.Store in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
