Description
Sweet nostalgia meets creamy indulgence in these peanut butter marshmallow squares, a classic treat that whispers childhood memories. Chocolate drizzles and gooey marshmallows create a simple yet irresistible dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 11 ounces (310 grams) butterscotch chips
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
Additional Flavor:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and lightly coating with a thin layer of non-stick spray.
- Combine butter, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips in a medium saucepan over gentle heat.
- Stir the ingredients continuously until they melt into a uniform, glossy mixture with no visible lumps.
- Remove the pan from heat and introduce vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to integrate the flavors.
- Allow the melted mixture to cool for several minutes, preventing marshmallows from completely dissolving when added.
- Gently fold marshmallows into the warm mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking apart.
- Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to create an even, smooth surface.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for approximately two hours until the mixture solidifies completely.
- Once set, lift the parchment paper to remove the entire dessert from the pan and slice into neat, uniform squares.
Notes
- Prevent sticking by thoroughly greasing parchment paper with extra cooking spray or butter for easy square removal.
- Opt for low heat when melting ingredients to avoid burning or separating the mixture, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture.
- Consider using mini marshmallows for more even distribution and quicker melting throughout the peanut butter base.
- Experiment with alternative nut butters like almond or cashew for unique flavor variations while maintaining the same recipe structure.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg