Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Layer Squares (No Bake) Recipe

Name: Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Layer Squares (No Bake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 2 cups mini marshmallows; ¼ cup creamy peanut butter; 3 cups toasted rice cereal; 1 ½ cups white sugar; ⅔ cup evaporated milk; 2 tablespoons margarine; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 cups mini marshmallows; 1 cup butterscotch chips; ¾ cup creamy butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla; ½ cup chopped peanuts

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups mini marshmallows
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
3 cups toasted rice cereal
1 ½ cups white sugar
⅔ cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons margarine
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 cup butterscotch chips
¾ cup creamy butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup chopped peanuts

1
For crust:.
2
Grease a 13 x 9-inch OR a 11 x 7-inch baking pan and a rubber spatula with non-stick cooking spray.
3
Melt the butter over low heat in a medium heavy duty saucepan.
4
Add in the marshmallows and peanut butter; stir until melted.
5
Add in the rice cereal; stir until coated.
6
Press into bottom of a prepared baking pan, using a greased rubber spatula (or greased fingers if desired); set aside.
7
For butterscotch layer:.
8
In a medium heavy-duty saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, 2 Tbsp margarine (if using) and salt; bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, boil and stir constantly for 4-5 minutes.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Stir in the marshmallows, butterscotch chips, peanut butter and vanilla; stir vigorously for 1 minute until the marshmallows and the baking chips are melted and the mixture is smooth.
11
Pour over the rice cereal crust in the baking pan.
12
Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
13
Refrigerate until set.
14
Cut into squares.

1771

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

194

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, 2 cups mini marshmallows, ¼ cup creamy peanut butter, 3 cups toasted rice cereal, and more.

Yes, Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Layer Squares (No Bake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Layer Squares (No Bake)

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