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Foolproof Four-Ingredient Peanut Butter Confetti Squares Recipe

October 24, 2017 by Kathryn 36 Comments

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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 Butterscotch Peanut Butter Confetti Squares recipe!

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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!

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But even if you make this Butterscotch 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! Confetti squares are one of those recipes that take virtually no skill to make. Just make sure that the melted butterscotch mixture isn’t too hot when you stir in your marshmallows to avoid accidentally melting them.

And, of course, make sure to wait until the squares are completely cooled before cutting! This is one of the hardest parts of making butterscotch confetti squares as far as I’m concerned, so I’ll often pop the tray into the freezer so that the squares set quicker and I can dig in!

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!

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Butterscotch Peanut Butter Confetti Squares

Yield: 40
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

These butterscotch and peanut butter marshmallow squares are a childhood favourite that couldn't be easier to make. Confetti squares take just four or five ingredients and a few minutes to whip up!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Kraft Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 bag butterscotch chips
  • 1 250g bag coloured mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup Rice Krispies cereal, optional

Instructions

  1. In large saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and peanut butter together over medium heat until smooth and blended.
  2. Add butterscotch chips and stir until chips are melted.
  3. Let cool for 2-3 minutes and gently stir in marshmallows and Rice Krispies, if using.
  4. Spread into 9x13" baking pan lined with parchment paper or greased foil.
  5. Cool in refrigerator until firm and cut into squares

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 40 Serving Size: 40 Servings
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 102Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 2g
© Kathryn
Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert

Filed Under: Desserts and Treats, Recipes Tagged With: butter, butterscotch, butterscotch confetti squares, butterscotch peanut butter squares, candy, confetti, confetti squares, dessert, desserts, kraft, kraft canada, kraft peanut butter, kraftpb, marshmallow squares, peanut, peanut butter, squares, treats, ultimate snack, what's cooking, whatscooking

Comments

  1. Soozle says

    October 24, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    These are by far one of my favorite dessert squares ever. I could eat the entire tray 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      October 25, 2017 at 2:21 pm

      I almost did when I made them. Lol I think everyone else got about two each and I ate the rest!

      Reply
  2. Beth G says

    October 25, 2017 at 5:30 am

    I’m a sucker for these. They’re irresistible.

    Reply
    • Catherine says

      December 31, 2020 at 12:24 am

      Definitely need to do over lower heat and let cool longer than 2-3 minutes as even then my marshmallows melted. Much disappointment with this recipe

      Reply
      • Kathryn says

        December 31, 2020 at 8:53 am

        Sorry to hear that, Catherine! I actually take the pan off the heat before stirring in the butterscotch chips, which generally cools the mixture enough that it only needs a few more minutes of cooling time, which I see I didn’t make clear in the directions. And yes, you definitely have to use your own judgement on whether or not it’s cool enough! I’ve sometimes ended up with half-melted marshmallows because I get impatient. 🙂

        Reply
  3. Travelbuds says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:48 am

    I love these. I use chocolate chips for mine.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      October 25, 2017 at 5:34 pm

      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. 🙂

      Reply
      • travelbuds says

        October 25, 2017 at 6:21 pm

        If you love peanut butter and chocolate together you must give them a try. Sooooo good.

        Reply
  4. Guppy says

    October 25, 2017 at 10:53 am

    My Mom always made these when we were young. Still love them!

    Reply
  5. Lori L. says

    October 25, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      October 25, 2017 at 5:32 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Kim says

        October 23, 2019 at 11:05 am

        I was never a fan of them with the coloured marshmallows, but i like them with the white ones.

        Reply
        • Kathryn says

          October 23, 2019 at 8:49 pm

          You know, I don’t like coloured marshmallows in anything else; I actually think they’re super gross in general. Lol But for some reason in these, I can’t get enough of them!

          Reply
  6. Arran says

    November 4, 2017 at 8:02 am

    Loving the mix and Colors, Kids will Love these, Had to Share to my site so Other Mothers and kids can try Great Idea.

    Reply
  7. Kathryn says

    April 3, 2018 at 8:07 am

    If you never have, you really MUST try adding Rice Krispies to these; the difference is amazing!

    Reply
  8. Shirley OFlynn says

    April 20, 2019 at 11:40 am

    These are so good and really easy to make too! They are so colorful and a hit with the kiddies.

    Reply
  9. kathy downey says

    May 9, 2019 at 5:49 am

    It’s shocking but I only make these at Christmas because I just can’t resist if they are in the house.

    Reply
  10. micheline says

    June 29, 2019 at 5:52 am

    I like these with chocolate chips instead, no better combo than peanut butter and chocolate.

    Reply
  11. Shirley P says

    August 4, 2019 at 5:33 am

    I will have to try adding rice krispies next time I make these delicious squares

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      August 5, 2019 at 9:25 am

      Once you try it, you’ll never go back!! 🙂 It’s amazing how delicious they are with that added bit of crunch!

      Reply
  12. Elizabeth Matthiesen says

    August 8, 2019 at 9:44 am

    I’m not a fan of peanut butter at all, one of the few I guess.

    Reply
  13. Shirley O says

    October 22, 2019 at 12:11 pm

    Love this recipe. It’s so easy to make and a favorite with the family.

    Reply
  14. Cheryl says

    November 24, 2019 at 5:14 pm

    A bag of mini marshmallows?????
    A 250 g bag or a 400 g bag????

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      November 24, 2019 at 5:29 pm

      A 250g bag! Thanks for asking; I’ll update the recipe! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Shirley O says

    February 7, 2020 at 11:51 am

    They look so yummy and really easy to make as well. My grandchildren would love these!

    Reply
  16. Kate says

    March 12, 2020 at 8:43 pm

    I remember seeing these but never trying them when I was little. Love how colorful they are plus they have all my fave ingredients.

    Reply
  17. Trent says

    May 4, 2020 at 10:27 am

    Bag of Butterscotch chips? I have 2 sizes, what would be the correct quantity?

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      May 4, 2020 at 10:29 am

      Hi Trent! The average bag we use here is about 2 to 2 1/4 cups. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  18. Vicky says

    July 10, 2020 at 8:55 am

    How many cups of marshmallows. My bag of marshmallows is a large one

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      July 13, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Hi Vicky! Even though I already emailed you the answer, I thought I’d respond to your comment as well in case anyone else had the same question. About 5 cups of marshmallows should be perfect!

      Reply
  19. Fran says

    September 6, 2020 at 11:05 am

    I have not thought of these in years, my Aunt made these with chocolate chips, once in the pan she quickly sprinkled a very small amount of coconut on top she said it was snow on a rocky road

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 7, 2020 at 10:50 am

      Oh that’s such a fun concept! A friend from high school that was a pastry chef made these at her bakery and mixed both coconut and rice krispies in with the marshmallows; SO good! But I love the idea of adding coconut on top too, that’ll be my must-try next time I make them. 🙂

      Reply
  20. Shirley Beatrice Broadbent says

    December 4, 2020 at 3:45 pm

    Can the rice krispies be frozen too or will they go mushy.?

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      December 4, 2020 at 4:13 pm

      Hi Shirley! I’ve frozen them with the rice krispies, and they don’t go mushy at all! I’m guessing it’s since there’s no actual liquid to speak of in the squares, just fat and sugar. 😉 Hope this helps!

      Reply
  21. Helen says

    December 21, 2020 at 7:18 pm

    Love these. My son is 52 and I been making these all his life. My 1st recipe called for Rice Krispie and That us the only way I make them.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      December 22, 2020 at 7:57 am

      I wasted years of my life making them without Rice Krispies! Lol Now I won’t eat them any other way!

      Reply

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