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A simple no bake recipe for butterscotch marshmallow bars with coconut and walnuts! This is a classic holiday no bake treat!
Such a fun and easy recipe. Definitely going to make these again! Thank you for the recipe!
-Terry
I’m not the biggest fan of butterscotch.
I’m actually the type of person who would prefer to make special k bars without the butterscotch chips.
But, oh man, has my mind changed about butterscotch when it comes to these bars!!
I’m convinced that it has to do something with the combo of peanut butter, marshmallows and butterscotch all together that make the butterscotch less butterscotch-y.. which in my opinion is usually too sweet. Instead all I taste is creamy, marshmallowy goodness with a subtle crunch from the walnuts.
This recipe can go by a lot of different names – peanut butter marshmallow bars or squares, no bake nut goodie bars, and confetti squares, although I think those are generally made with the fruity marshmallows.
Whatever you choose to call them, they are a popular dessert to make for the holidays and to include in cookie tins!
Ingredients
- butterscotch chips
- creamy peanut butter
- butter
- mini marshmallows
- walnuts
- shredded coconut
It’s a quick recipe that comes together within 5 minutes and probably takes about an hour to set before you can cut them into bars. But you can speed up the cooling time by sticking the bars in the fridge! Or if you’re a midwesterner, you can put them in your garage or on your porch, which acts as a second fridge all winter season.
Have leftover marshmallows? Make this rice krispie treat recipe!
How To Make Peanut Butter Marshmallow Bars
- In a large pot over medium-low heat, combine the butter, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips. Stir frequently until the mixture is completely melted.
- Remove from the heat and stir in coconut, walnuts, and marshmallows.
- Pour the mixture into an un-greased 9×13 inch pan and spread to even it out. Put the pan in the refrigerate to set for 1 hour, then cut into bars.
Substitutions
Substitute mini colored marshmallows for the regular mini marshmallows.
You can also omit the walnuts and coconut if desired.
How To Store
Store these Christmas butterscotch marshmallow bars in an airtight container on the counter for up to 5 days.
More Christmas Treats
- Sticky Paws Williams Sonoma Copycat
- Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
- Peppermint Kiss Oreo Balls
- Microwave Peanut Butter Fudge
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No Bake Butterscotch Marshmallow Bars
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, 1 stick
- 1 cup (270g) creamy peanut butter, not natural
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- 1 cup (85g) sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-low heat, combine the butter, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips. Stir frequently until the mixture is completely melted.1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (270g) creamy peanut butter, 11 oz butterscotch chips
- Remove from the heat and stir in coconut, walnuts, and marshmallows. Pour the mixture into an ungreased 9×13 inch pan and spread to even it out.1 cup (85g) sweetened flaked coconut, 1 cup chopped walnuts, 10 oz mini marshmallows
- Put the pan in the refrigerate to set, then cut into bars.
I thought these were supposed to have oats in them, like I swore that I had a recipe with oats, but I couldn’t find one, and I didn’t have coconut, so I just used this recipe and substituted oats for the coconut, and it was delicious 😋
This is a great recipe! We really enjoyed it at our Christmas party!
I have a couple of people who don’t like marshmallows. Would you have a suggestion of something to use in place of marshmallows? Or would this recipe be OK without the marshmallows, maybe more coconut and walnuts?
Hi Nan! I don’t have a suggestion at this time to replace the marshmallows.
I made these but with a twist….swapping out the walnuts for dry roasted peanuts and the coconut with pretzels. None left and made a double batch! Thanks so much for this recipe 💕
Going to make these! Looks so good!