Butterscotch, peanut butter, marshmallows and peanuts – these candies are little bites of heaven!
Photo Updated December 2013
Originally posted May 11, 2011, I thought this candy would be perfect for Christmas. I know we all love chocolate, but sometimes you need something a little different to change things up. But don’t say I didn’t warn you – this is addictive. I tried to send off the leftovers with my husband to work, but he forgot the container, and let’s just say that I’ve had more than my fair share this weekend!
I first saw this recipe online years ago, and it has become a household staple since then. It really doesn’t get much easier than this – no candy thermometer required, no fancy ingredients, and it can really be done in only half an hour. You’ll want to remember this recipe this holiday season when you find yourself scrambling for a dessert recipe for that last minute Christmas party or those unannounced guests. You’ll be glad to have this recipe on hand!!
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Blonde Rocky Road
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 25 squares 1x
Description
Butterscotch, peanut butter, marshmallows and peanuts – these candies are little bites of heaven!
Ingredients
- 2 cups butterscotch chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows, divided
- 3/4 cup salted peanuts, divided
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with foil.
- In a large microwave safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, peanut butter and butter. Microwave on 50% power in 30 second intervals until melted, stirring after each interval. Stir until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla, salt, 2 cups of the marshmallows and 1/2 cup of the peanuts. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining marshmallows and peanuts on top and press lightly into the top with your hands. Chill until set, 15 minutes in the freezer or an hour in the fridge.
- Cut into 25 squares.
Recipe Notes:
source: Piece of Cake, originally inspired by Sweetapolita
Renee says
I have now made this recipe every year for the past 4 or 5 years now, and it is always a hit! I call it “Christmas Crack” because it is just that good! So easy to make too! Love it! Thank you for sharing!
★★★★★
Renee says
Oh, and I totally forgot, I substitute Pistachios for the peanuts. It is what I had on hand at the time and they are fabulous, so I haven’t ever changed it!
Gabby says
Great recipe!! How long would these last in the freezer??
★★★★★
Deborah says
I have not personally tried freezing it, but as a general rule, fudge can last up to 3 months in the freezer.
Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen says
Oh man, I wish I had one right now! Looks delicious! Pinning! 🙂
Dina says
it looks yummy!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Just saw this on FG. This is my heaven. Butterscotch, PB, marshmallows, nobake. I know the holidays are over but let’s pretend they’re not. Pinned to bhg.
Deborah says
I’m always pretending it’s still the holidays. 🙂 Thanks for all the pins!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
This looks incredible Deborah! Just shared on Facebook 🙂
Chels R. says
I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t want to eat that!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Gorgeous, a perfect holiday treat!
Joanne says
I much prefer “vanilla-y” fudges to chocolate fudge! I would have a hard time not eating all of this!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
My Grandma makes these every year and they’re soooo good! Love this recipe!
Avanika (Yumsilicious Bakes) says
Oh yum! That looks awesome!
Katrina says
These look too good! Yum!
Betty says
I’m seriously wanting some of these right now! 🙂
natalie(thesweetslife) says
this is my kind of recipe—making SOON
Joanne says
I think I’m hyperventilating, these look so good! NEED. NOW.
Lauren at Keep It Sweet says
Oh I love the look of this!
Heather of Kitchen Concoctions says
Um… yum! This looks like it could be dangerous!
lynn @ the actor's diet says
so smart! who says blondes are dumb?!?
Holly says
Oh boy-this looks too good!!!:) Love a quick treat!