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Scotcheroos

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🍫 Enjoy the easy no-bake Chocolate Scotcheroos that combine peanut butter, chocolate, and crispy cereal for a quick treat.
🍯 This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors with a satisfying texture, ideal for snacks or parties.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

– 1 cup light corn syrup

– 1 cup sugar

– 1 cup peanut butter

– 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

– 1 cup butterscotch chips

Instructions

1-Combine 1 cup light corn syrup and 1 cup sugar in a saucepan, then bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir regularly to ensure even heating and prevent sticking.

2-Remove the mixture from heat and stir in 1 cup peanut butter until it becomes smooth and fully incorporated. This step is crucial for the creamy texture that defines these bars.

3-Mix in 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal quickly, making sure every piece is coated for that signature crunch. Then, press the mixture firmly into a greased 9Γ—13 inch pan to form an even layer.

4-Melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup butterscotch chips together, either in the microwave or on low heat, and spread this evenly over the top of the cereal mixture.

5-Allow the pan to cool completely at room temperature or in the fridge for faster setting, then cut into squares for serving. Remember, using creamy peanut butter helps achieve a smoother result, and avoid overcooking the sugar to keep the bars soft.

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Notes

πŸ₯„ Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother, easier-to-mix texture.
⏰ Avoid overcooking the sugar mixture to prevent the bars from becoming too hard.
πŸ› Store finished Scotcheroos in an airtight container to keep them fresh and chewy.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooling time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200 kcal
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Protein: 3 g