Scotcheroos are a delicious treat made with Rice Krispies, peanut butter, chocolate, and butterscotch chips. Here’s a recipe for the best ever Scotcheroos:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 cups Rice Krispies (or other crispy rice cereal)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions:
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Prepare the pan:
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars later. -
Make the syrup mixture:
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer (about 2–3 minutes). -
Add peanut butter:
Once the sugar mixture is simmering, remove from heat and immediately stir in the peanut butter until it’s smooth and well combined. -
Add Rice Krispies:
Pour the Rice Krispies into the peanut butter mixture and stir until the cereal is evenly coated. -
Transfer to the pan:
Pour the mixture into the prepared 9×13 pan. Use a spatula or your hands to press the mixture evenly into the pan. Be gentle so you don’t crush the Rice Krispies. -
Make the chocolate-butterscotch topping:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. -
Spread the topping:
Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the Rice Krispie layer. Use a spatula to spread it evenly over the top. -
Cool and set:
Let the bars cool at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or refrigerate them to speed up the process. Once the chocolate topping has set, cut into squares and serve!
Enjoy your delicious Scotcheroos! These treats are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just as a sweet snack.
