As much as I love trying new and different foods and recipes, there’s just no beating a classic. And in our house, Kraft Creamy Peanut Butter has always been a classic choice for my recipes, whether I’m making a simple batch of peanut butter cookies or a savoury Thai Peanut Beef recipe.
So, when Kraft Canada asked me to share my favourite peanut butter recipe, choosing just one was no easy job! But I was in a nostalgic mood and craving something sweet, so I chose my very favourite foolproof Peanut Butter Confetti Squares recipe!
Every bite of these smooth, dreamy butterscotch and peanut butter squares studded with rainbow marshmallows is pure bliss. And when I was a child, they were the treat I was most excited to have when I went to my best friend’s house (since my own mom didn’t make them).
Of course, it didn’t take me long to learn to make these practically-foolproof squares myself. And while I started out mixing nothing but marshmallows into my squares, I soon learned that just a half-cup or so of Rice Krispies made the squares even better. If you’ve made these before but haven’t ever added Rice Krispies, do it now!
But even if you make this Peanut Butter Confetti Squares recipe in its most classic form, you’ll be amazed by how delicious four simple ingredients can be when they’re combined. Just butterscotch chips, peanut butter, butter and marshmallows merge to make a square that’s melt-in-your-mouth decadence.
Convinced you need to make this right now? You’re going to love how easy these tasty squares are!
Peanut Butter Confetti Squares
Ingredients
- 1 cup Kraft Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 bag butterscotch chips
- 1 bag coloured mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup Rice Krispies cereal optional
Instructions
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In large saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and peanut butter together over medium heat until smooth and blended.
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Add butterscotch chips and stir until chips are melted.
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Let cool for 2-3 minutes and gently stir in marshmallows and Rice Krispies, if using.
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Spread into 9x13" baking pan lined with parchment paper or greased foil.
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Cool in refrigerator until firm and cut into squares
For more great Kraft peanut butter recipes, visit the Kraft Canada website and start browsing! When I want to put a twist on another nostalgic favourite, the Peanut Butter and Jelly Squares are my go-to!
Or try my easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares for even more tasty peanut butter goodness. With just a few minutes, a few ingredients and that trusty jar of Kraft Peanut Butter, you can create all kinds of irresistible goodies!
Soozle says
These are by far one of my favorite dessert squares ever. I could eat the entire tray 🙂
Kathryn says
I almost did when I made them. Lol I think everyone else got about two each and I ate the rest!
Beth G says
I’m a sucker for these. They’re irresistible.
Travelbuds says
I love these. I use chocolate chips for mine.
Kathryn says
My mother-in-law does my favourite haystack cookies with chocolate chips and peanut butter, but I’ve never thought of using chocolate for these! I may have to give it a try. 🙂
travelbuds says
If you love peanut butter and chocolate together you must give them a try. Sooooo good.
Guppy says
My Mom always made these when we were young. Still love them!
Lori L. says
I am actually not a fan of these at all but all of my kids beg me to make them a tray at Christmas! By the time I went to shop for the rainbow marshmallows last December I couldn’t find them in stock anywhere so this year I bought them early!
Kathryn says
Haha Lori! My mom was also not a fan, but she did make some other pretty amazing treats, so we never hassled her about it. Getting the marshmallows in advance is a good idea; I always stock up on holiday baking supplies early because my favourite stores seem to always be out of at least one key ingredient I need!
Arran says
Loving the mix and Colors, Kids will Love these, Had to Share to my site so Other Mothers and kids can try Great Idea.
Kathryn says
If you never have, you really MUST try adding Rice Krispies to these; the difference is amazing!