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    Confetti Squares - Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

    September 7, 2020 by Jessie M 2 Comments

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    Confetti squares- peanut butter marshmallow squares are one of those classic retro desserts you always find on dessert trays at events and parties. They're so easy to make and only require five ingredients. This no bake dessert is very sweet, has a fudge like texture, and full of peanut butter and butterscotch flavours.

    Why You'll Love Them

    Easy to make. This recipe is perfect for beginner baker and is so easy to make.

    No bake. The recipe does not require any baking and is a good option for summer baking.

    Amazing taste. The mixture of the peanut butter and butterscotch great an amazing flavour.

    confetti squares- peanut butter marshmallow bars

    How to Make Confetti Squares

    Line a 8x8 square baking pan with parchment paper, set aside.

    In a medium sized pot add in the peanut butter, butter, and butterscotch chips. Over medium-low heat melt until mixture is smooth.

    melted peanut butter, butter, and butterscotch chips

    Once mixture is melted and has a smooth texture remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. You do not want to skip the cooling step, if you do the hot liquid will melt your marshmallows.

    When room temperature is reached mix in the vanilla. Place the marshmallows into a large mixing bowl and pour the cooled peanut butter mixture in. Mix together until the marshmallows are well coated.

    mixing the peanut butter mixture with the marshmallows

    Then pour into your greased and lined pan and set it in the fridge for 2 hour or until hardened.

    confetti squares- peanut butter marshmallow bars ready to chill

    After it's chilled, remove from the pan by pulling up on the parchment paper. Use a sharp knife to cut into bars.

    confetti squares- peanut butter marshmallow bars

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Storing the Bars

    These bars should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. The bars keep well up to 5 days.

    Where do you Find Butterscotch Chips?

    You should find them in the baking aisle in the grocery store, they're usually with the chocolate chips.

    Can I melt the peanut butter mixture in the microwave?

    Yes, you can. Use a microwave safe bowl. Add everything in and microwave in 25 second increments, stirring in between each time.

    Confetti Squares - Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

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    Confetti Squares - Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

    Confetti Squares - Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

    Jessie M
    A super easy, no bake retro classic. These confetti squares are very sweet, have a fudge like texture, and full of peanut butter and butterscotch flavours.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Cooling Time 2 hours hrs
    Course dessert
    Cuisine American, Canadian
    Servings 16 squares

    Equipment

    • large bowl
    • pot
    • 8x8 square baking dish

    Ingredients
      

    • 1/4 C salted butter
    • 1 C creamy peanut butter
    • 1 bag butterscotch chips 300 g
    • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 4 & 1/2 C mini rainbow marshmallows

    Instructions
     

    • Lightly grease an 8x8 square pan and line with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • In a medium sized pot add in butter, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips. Stirring occasionally, melt ingredients over medium low heat until mixture is smooth.
      1/4 C salted butter, 1 C creamy peanut butter, 1 bag butterscotch chips
    • Remove mixture from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature. Do not skip this step, if the mixture is not cooled it will melt the marshmallows.
    • Once room temperature, stir in the vanilla.
      1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    • In a large bowl add marshmallows, pour in cooled peanut butter mixture, and mix together.
      4 & 1/2 C mini rainbow marshmallows
    • Pour into your lined pan and place in the fridge for 2 hours or until bars have hardened.
    • Once chilled cut into bars. Enjoy!
    Keyword butterscotch, confetti squares, easy desserts, fudge, how to make confetti squares, marshmallow desserts, no bake desserts, peanut butter marshmallow squares

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    1. Janice Amyotte

      June 01, 2022 at 7:40 pm

      CanI put these squares on a plain cheese cake,thank you

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      • Jessie M

        June 01, 2022 at 8:26 pm

        Hi,

        I've never done that, but, I can't see why not. As long as they go on top of a chilled cheesecake it should be fine 🙂

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