Butterscotch Confetti Squares
These Butterscotch Confetti Squares are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these sweet treats in no time.
We love these simple treats because there’s no baking required, and they come together quickly. This makes them a great dessert for summer when you don’t want to heat up the house.
Table of contents
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No-Bake Dessert – Perfect for hot days or when you need a quick and easy recipe.
- Kid-Friendly – The colorful marshmallows make this dessert fun and appealing for kids.
- Crowd-Pleaser – Always a hit at parties, potlucks, or family gatherings.
- Simple Ingredients – You probably already have most of the ingredients in your pantry.
- Customizable – You can easily add your own twist by incorporating different toppings or mix-ins.
🛒Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- butter
- creamy peanut butter
- butterscotch chips
- colorful mini marshmallows
- rice krispies
🔪 How to Make These Butterscotch Confetti Squares
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In a medium sized saucepan, place the butter and peanut butter over low heat until the butter is melted, stirring frequently.
- Add in the butterscotch chips and continue to melt over low heat.
- In a large bowl, place the mini marshmallows and rice krispies and stir together.
- Once the peanut butter and butterscotch mixture has cooled so that it will mix together but not melt the marshmallows, add and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Press into the greased pan and place in the refrigerator for about an hour to chill.
- Once chilled, cut into 16 equal sized squares.
🥄 Equipment
- 8×8 square pan
- medium sized saucepan
- large bowl
🥫 Storage
Store the butterscotch confetti squares in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They also freeze well in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Serve With
We love to serve these no bake treats with our favorite meals. Some of our favorite meals are Pork Lo Mein or Chicken Broccoli Pasta. Both of these recipes go great with these homemade bars.
💭 Tips
- Use parchment paper or aluminum foil to line your pan for easier removal and clean-up.
- Add in extra mix-ins such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.
- For a fun twist, try using different flavored marshmallows like strawberry or lemon instead of traditional mini marshmallows.
- These squares can also be made with other types of cereal, such as cornflakes, honey nut cheerios, or even crushed graham crackers.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this butterscotch confetti squares recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Absolutely! You can substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative and use dairy-free butterscotch chips. Be sure to check the labels of all ingredients to confirm they meet your dietary needs.
Ensure that your butterscotch and butter mixture has cooled sufficiently before adding the marshmallows. It should be warm enough to stir easily but not hot, as excessive heat will melt the marshmallows and affect the final texture of your squares.
🍽 More Butterscotch Recipes
Do you enjoy butterscotch? If so, try these delicious recipes:
🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Butterscotch Confetti Squares
Equipment
- 8×8 square pan
- medium sized saucepan
- large bowl
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 11 ounces butterscotch chips
- 4 cups mini marshmallows–colorful
- ½ cup rice krispies
Instructions
- Spray an 8” square pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium sized saucepan, place the butter and peanut butter over low heat until the butter is melted, stirring frequently.
- Add in the butterscotch chips and continue to melt over low heat.
- Once the mixture is smooth and creamy, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, place the mini marshmallows and rice krispies and stir together.
- Once the peanut butter and butterscotch mixture has cooled so that it will mix together but not melt the marshmallows, add and stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Press into the greased pan and place in the refrigerator for about an hour to chill.
- Once chilled, cut into 16 equal sized squares.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
