Description
These no-bake Butterscotch Drops are easy to make with just four ingredients. They feature a luscious butterscotch coating mixed with creamy peanut butter, chewy marshmallows, and crunchy salted peanuts. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or a quick sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 11-ounce package butterscotch chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1½ cups salted peanuts
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl, gently melt the butterscotch chips. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. If using a microwave, heat in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
- Once the butterscotch chips are fully melted and silky, remove from heat and immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter. Mix until completely combined and glossy.
- Quickly but gently fold in the salted peanuts and mini marshmallows. Work fast so the marshmallows do not melt completely; you want them to hold their shape for a soft bite.
- Line a baking sheet or countertop with parchment or wax paper. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the butterscotch mixture onto the paper, spacing them slightly apart. Try to work before the mixture begins to firm up.
- Allow the butterscotch drops to cool and harden at room temperature for about 30–45 minutes. If you are in a hurry, place the tray in the fridge, and they will set in about 15 minutes.
- Once set, store the butterscotch drops in an airtight container or enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Use creamy, no-stir peanut butter for the best texture and to prevent the mixture from seizing.
- Line your tray with parchment or wax paper before scooping to prevent the butterscotch drops from sticking and to ensure easy cleanup.
- Chill the butterscotch drops in the fridge if your kitchen is warm to help them set faster and achieve a firmer texture.
- Work quickly when combining the ingredients, as the butterscotch mixture sets rapidly once removed from heat.
- For uniform-sized butterscotch drops, use a small cookie scoop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drop
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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