Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Fudge Squares

These wonderful Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Fudge Squares will be adored by the dessert lovers in your group. Perfect for entertaining or family snacks.


Crispy Peanut Butterscotch Fudge Squares

Ingredients:

CRUST:

• 4 1/2 teaspoons light margarine
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 cups crisp rice cereal

FUDGE:

• 2 tablespoons light margarine
• 2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Fat Free Milk
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 cup NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels
• 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup cocktail peanuts, chopped

Instructions:

FOR CRUST:
COAT 13 x 9-inch baking pan and rubber spatula with nonstick cooking spray.

MELT margarine over low heat in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Add marshmallows and peanut butter; stir until melted. Remove from heat. Add cereal; stir until coated. Press onto bottom of prepared baking using prepared rubber spatula.

FOR FUDGE:
COMBINE margarine, evaporated milk, sugar and salt in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

ADD marshmallows, morsels, peanut butter and vanilla extract; stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows and morsels are completely melted. Pour over crust. Sprinkle nuts over fudge; press in slightly. Refrigerate until set. Cut into squares.





Source: http://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/29699/Crispy-Peanut-Butterscotch-Fudge-Squares/detail.aspx

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