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No Bake Holiday Marshmallow Bars

These colorful and delicious No Bake Holiday Marshmallow Bars combine chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter with mini marshmallows and festive M&M's, making it a perfect quick and easy holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Nestlé chocolate chips You can use dark chocolate chips for a different flavor.
  • 1.33 cups butterscotch chips Substitute with white chocolate chips if desired.
  • 1 cup peanut butter Almond butter can be used for a nut-free version.
  • 1.25 cups mini marshmallows Make sure to mix them in quickly after melting.
  • 1 cup red and green M&M's Press them lightly into the mixture to keep them from falling off.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8"x8" baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in mini marshmallows until they are fully coated in the chocolate mixture.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Top with red and green M&M's, pressing them lightly into the mixture.
  6. Refrigerate for about two hours until set.
  7. Cut into 2-inch squares and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage. Consider adding crushed peppermint on top for a festive touch.