Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares Recipe
Want a sweet treat that's super easy? Try Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares Recipe! This no-bake dessert is perfect for everyone.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper.
- This prevents sticking later.
- Set it aside for now.
- Put butter in your saucepan over low heat.
- Let it melt completely.
- Don't let it burn.
- Stir peanut butter into the melted butter.
- Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Keep the heat on low.
- Add marshmallows to the peanut butter mixture.
- Stir constantly until they melt completely.
- This takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat now.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Mix everything together well.
- Pour rice cereal into your mixing bowl.
- Add the marshmallow mixture on top.
- Fold everything together gently but thoroughly.
- Transfer mixture to your prepared baking pan.
- Press down firmly with your spatula.
- Make the surface as even as possible.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- They need time to firm up completely.
- Remove from pan using the parchment paper.
- Cut into 16 equal squares.
- Enjoy your homemade treats!
Notes
- Use fresh marshmallows for better melting.
- Old ones don't work as well.
- Grease your spatula before pressing the mixture down.
- This prevents sticking to your hands.
- Work quickly once marshmallows are melted.
- The mixture hardens as it cools.
- Store squares in an airtight container at room temperature.
- They stay fresh for up to 5 days.
- You can also freeze them for longer storage.