Description
These Butterscotch Drops are a quick, no-bake treat perfect for satisfying that sweet craving. With rich butterscotch chips, creamy peanut butter, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy salted peanuts, they combine texture and flavor in each chewy bite. Ideal for holidays, parties, gifting, or cozy nights in, this easy recipe is made with just five ingredients and comes together in minutes. If you’re on the hunt for a quick dessert, easy holiday candy, or just creative sweet snack ideas, this one’s a keeper for your recipe box.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups butterscotch chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 ½ cups salted peanuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter, stirring constantly until smooth.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for 2–3 minutes.
3. Fold in the mini marshmallows and salted peanuts gently, ensuring everything is coated.
4. Using a spoon, drop the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet into small mounds.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes or until set.
6. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated based on preference.
Notes
Cool the mixture slightly before adding marshmallows to avoid melting them completely.
Use parchment paper to make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drop
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 102mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: butterscotch drops, no bake candy, quick dessert, sweet snack, holiday treats