Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares

These are one of my dad's favourite treats! There is always a big batch of them my Grandma's house at Christmas. The best part is that they are so easy to whip up and require no baking at all! 

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter or margarine

1 cup peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)

1 pkg. butterscotch chips

1 250g pkg. or approx. 4 cups miniature colored marshmallows

3/4 – 1 cup shredded coconut (optional as I know not everyone likes coconut)

Directions:

Grease a 9"x9" or 8"x8" baking pan with butter or margarine.

Place butter, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips in a double boiler until just melted, then remove from heat. If you don't have a double boiler, then place the ingredients in a medium heatproof metal or glass bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring that the bottom of the bowl isn't actually touching the water, and stir until melted. Allow the melted mixture to sit for a few minutes so that it can come down slightly in temperature and won't melt the marshmallows.

In a large bowl, combine the marshmallow and coconut (if using). Pour the melted peanut butter mixture over the marshmallows and mix with a large spoon until the marshmallows are well coated. Evenly spread into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle a little bit of coconut on top.

Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until firm. Cut into squares. Store in the refrigerator to prevent melting - or in the freezer for longer storage.

*Recipe by Brooke McMillan