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Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares {Butterscotch Confetti}

December 21, 2019 by Sarah Olson 15 Comments

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These Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares are a perfect holiday treat filled with a delicious combination of peanut butter, butterscotch, and marshmallows!

mashmallow squares stack high on plate

I found this recipe for Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares (also called butterscotch confetti) and had to share it with you. I found two different versions, one recipe I found has coconut and walnuts added.

The recipe I chose to try is just butter, peanut butter, butterscotch chips, and marshmallows. These are often called church windows!. Whatever you decide to call them I know you’ll want to make them over and over!

How to make Peanut Butter Butterscotch Confetti Squares:

  • FunMallows: These are the Easter colored marshmallows. They are fruity flavored.
  • Butter: I use salted butter
  • Peanut Butter: Creamy peanut butter is best for this recipe.
  • Butterscotch chips: These make the recipe taste unique and add sweetness.
Ingredients for marshmallow squares on a table
  • Line an 8×8 pan with wax paper. Set aside.
  • Melt the butter, butterscotch chips and peanut butter in a pan set to medium-high heat.
  • Cool for 45 minutes before adding the marshmallows. This part is very important, you do not want the marshmallows to melt and disappear into the peanut butter mixture.
  • Add the marshmallows after the mixture has cooled.
Food on the cutting board, with Butter and Marshmallow
  • Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Let cool in fridge for at least 2 hours.
  • Cut into squares. You can make them big or small. I did large squares for my party.
close up of marshmallow squares on a plate

How do I store peanut butter marshmallow squares?

  • Place in airtight containers or ziplock bags.
  • I store mine in the fridge so they will last longer. They keep well for a week.
close up of marshmallow squares

Can I use regular marshmallows?

Yes! use the same amount of regular marshmallows if you desire or can’t find Funmallows.

peanut butter squares with multi-colored marshmallows in them.

Can I use chocolate chips instead of butterscotch chips?

Yes! use semi-sweet chips in place of the butterscotch for a different flavor.

overhead shot of peanut butter butterscotch marshmallow squares.

My other favorite holiday desserts:

  • Butterfinger Cookies – You won’t be able to stop eating these.
  • Soda Cracker Toffee– A fun an unique candy recipe.
marshmallow squares on a wooden cutting board.

Can I make these in a muffin tin pan?

  • Yes, line a muffin tin pan with cupcake liners.
  • Scoop the marshmallow mixture into each liner about 1/2 full or 3/4 full (however size you want each serving to be).
  • Refrigerate and serve!

These Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares smell like Christmas while heating up! These are very similar to fudge and very festive for Easter! I will be making these again. Have a great weekend.

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Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares {Butterscotch Confetti}

A dessert made from butterscotch, butter, peanut butter and multi-colored marshmallows.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword peanut butter marshmallow confetti squares
Prep Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings 15
Calories 296kcal
Author Sarah Olson

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 11 oz. butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 10 oz. pkg. mini marshmallows (I use colored fun mallows)
US Customary – Metric

Instructions:

  • Cut a piece of wax or parchment paper a little larger than a 8 x 8 pan, place into 8×8 pan and set aside.
  • In a large pot set over medium heat. Add the butter. Let the butter coat the pan and start to melt. Add the butterscotch chips, and peanut butter. Don’t add the marshmallows yet.
  • Let those ingredients melt together, stir often. When completely melted, remove the pot from the heat onto a pot holder or cooling rack. Let this mixture cool down to room temperature, mine took 45 minutes. Add the marshmallows.
  • Pour mixture into the prepared, lined pan. Spread out evenly into pan. Place the pan in the fridge for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  • To cut, pull the square out by the wax paper. Remove wax paper and cut into squares. 

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Recipe Notes:

Can I use regular marshmallows in this recipe?
Yes! Use the same size bag the recipe call for.
Can I use chocolate instead of butterscotch chips?
Yes, use semi-sweet chocolate chips for a different flavor combination.
How do I store these?
Place in an airtight container or ziplock bag. Best if store in the fridge. Last about a week in the fridge.
Can I make these in a muffin tin pan?
  • Yes, line a muffin tin pan with cupcake liners.
  • Scoop the marshmallow mixture into each liner about 1/2 full or 3/4 full (however size you want each serving to be).
  • Refrigerate and serve!

Nutrition:

Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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Comments

  1. Kate says

    April 6, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    I love this stuff! We always referred to it as peanut butter garbage. ^^

    Reply
    • Sarah Olson says

      April 6, 2019 at 7:46 pm

      I like that name! LOL

      Reply
  2. Jacki says

    April 8, 2019 at 8:58 pm

    I follow you on Instagram as takenbyyah & I really like your recipes. Now that I know you’re on YouTube I will follow you there as well. Looking forward to seeing more of your recipes so I can make em

    Reply
  3. Jordan says

    June 23, 2019 at 4:11 pm

    5 stars
    I’m not sure what I did wrong, my peanut butter mix doesn’t look watery like yours. Any advice?

    Reply
    • Sarah Olson says

      June 30, 2019 at 4:47 pm

      Did you add the butter? That should make it the right consistency.

      Reply
  4. Carol says

    November 18, 2019 at 1:22 pm

    How Long will they stay fresh for?thanks

    Reply
    • Sarah Olson says

      November 18, 2019 at 8:24 pm

      About a week.

      Reply
    • Helen says

      February 11, 2021 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      They freeze beautifully

      Reply
  5. Michelle says

    December 15, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    Can you freeze these?

    Reply
    • Sarah Olson says

      December 22, 2019 at 10:10 am

      Yes you can! Put in ziplock bags.

      Reply
  6. Shelley/Canada says

    October 6, 2020 at 8:09 pm

    5 stars
    I have used this recipe many times and they always turn out great, the only time it varied was when I used unsalted butter?…. Great easy recipe, just remember to let your peanut, butter,chip mixture cool to room temp 70-90 degrees is best. :). Thank you

    Reply
  7. Evelyn says

    December 11, 2020 at 4:16 pm

    These are my absolute favourite. My family devours them. Not sure why you would call this garbage. There is nothing garbage about it. Colourful on the plate.
    Take care merry Christmas. stay safe and wear your mask. Covid is is something to be feared.
    Evelyn
    From Canada.

    Reply
  8. Helen says

    February 11, 2021 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    Have been making these for about 45 years. Family love them. We like crunchy peanut butter and 1/2 c Rice Krispies to add some crunch. Also prefer to melt butter and peanut butter, cool slightly and then mix in chips. Stir to melt. Mixture Dan be grainy if butter too hot when the chips are added.
    I’m now using sun butter as we have a severe peanut allergy in the family. Delicious.

    Reply
  9. Lisa says

    February 12, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    I place the pot of melted items in the sink in cold water to cool it down faster. When it’s cool to the touch on the bottom of the pot, I know it’s ready.

    Reply
    • Sarah Olson says

      February 23, 2021 at 7:31 am

      Thanks for the tip!

      Reply

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