Description
M&M’s Marshmallow Dream Bars are a delightful no-bake treat combining melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweet butterscotch chips, creamy peanut butter, gooey mini marshmallows, and colorful M&Ms. These bars come together quickly and are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth with a fun, crunchy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 12 oz package semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 11 oz package butterscotch chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Mix-ins and Topping
- 10.5 oz bag mini marshmallows
- 1 cup M&Ms
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick foil, making sure the foil covers the sides for easy removal later. Set it aside while you prepare the mixture.
- Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter: In a large microwave-safe container, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and creamy peanut butter. Microwave on high heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until all the chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add the Marshmallows: Stir the mini marshmallows into the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture until they are fully coated and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the marshmallow-chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Add M&Ms Topping: Sprinkle the cup of M&Ms evenly over the top of the mixture. Gently press the M&Ms down slightly into the mixture so they adhere well.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for about 2 hours or until the bars are fully set and firm to the touch.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out of the dish using the foil overhang and cut into approximately 36 bars. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge as preferred.
Notes
- Be sure to stir well between microwaving intervals to avoid burning the chocolate chips.
- Use non-stick foil or parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars from the pan.
- For a nut-free version, substitute the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Store bars in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.
- If desired, customize with different candy toppings to suit your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
