Salted Nut Squares

Here’s a recipe for Salted Nut Squares, a sweet and salty treat with layers of marshmallows, peanut butter, and salted peanuts. These bars are rich, chewy, and perfect for potlucks, parties, or a sweet snack.

🥜 Salted Nut Squares Recipe

📌 Ingredients:

For the base and topping:

3 cups salted dry roasted peanuts (divided: 1½ cups for the base, 1½ cups for the topping)

For the filling:

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 bag (10 oz) peanut butter chips (about 1¾ cups)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups mini marshmallows (can also use regular, chopped)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan

Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Spread 1½ cups of the salted peanuts evenly on the bottom of the pan.

2. Make the Filling

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
Add the peanut butter chips and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and stir to fully combine. Heat gently — don’t boil.
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the mini marshmallows until they’re just starting to melt. It’s okay if some small chunks remain; they add texture.

3. Assemble the Bars

Pour the warm marshmallow-peanut butter mixture over the layer of peanuts in the pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Immediately sprinkle the remaining 1½ cups of salted peanuts over the top, pressing them in lightly so they stick.

4. Cool and Set

Let the bars cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours.
For quicker setting, place the pan in the refrigerator for about 30–60 minutes, but don’t leave them in too long or they may become too hard to cut.

5. Cut and Serve

Once fully set, cut into squares or bars using a sharp knife.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week (or refrigerate for longer shelf life, letting them come to room temp before serving).

✅ Tips & Variations:

Crunchy variation: Add chopped pretzels or Rice Krispies for an extra crunch in the filling.
Chocolate version: Drizzle melted chocolate or add a layer of chocolate chips before the top peanut layer.
Less sweet option: Use unsweetened or lightly salted peanuts, and reduce the marshmallows slightly.

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