Scotcharoos: Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cereal Bars with Chocolate Butterscotch Topping
Scotcharoos: A Classic No-Bake American Dessert
Scotcharoos are a nostalgic American dessert beloved for their peanut butter base, crunchy Rice Krispies and rich chocolate butterscotch topping.
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Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
- Easy, no-bake recipe ready in under an hour
- Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, and family gatherings
- Customizable toppings: semisweet chocolate, butterscotch chips, or both
Scotcharoos Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Step-by-Step Instructions for Scotcharoos
- Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and corn syrup. Stir until it just begins to boil.
- Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter until smooth and well blended.
- Pour mixture over Rice Krispies in a large bowl. Gently fold until cereal is evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Press firmly with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Pour melted topping over cereal layer and spread evenly.
- Allow Scotcharoos to cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
- Use a sharp knife to cut into 24 bars. Enjoy!
Expert Tips & Variations
- Tip: For extra crunch, stir in chopped peanuts or toasted coconut.
- Variation: Swap semisweet chips for milk or white chocolate for a sweeter topping.
- Make-Ahead: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days; they also freeze well.
Nutritional Information per Serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Carbohydrate: 34 g
- Fat: 11 g (Saturated Fat: 4 g)
- Protein: 5 g
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
Try this easy, crowd-pleasing treat—Scotcharoos are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!
Scotcharoos
Scotcharoos are made with a soft peanut butter base paired with crunchy Rice Krispies and topped with a rich chocolate butterscotch layer.
Ingredients
Method
- Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and corn syrup. Stir until it just begins to boil.
- Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter until smooth and well blended.
- Pour mixture over Rice Krispies in a large bowl. Gently fold until cereal is evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Press firmly with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Pour melted topping over cereal layer and spread evenly.
- Allow Scotcharoos to cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
- Use a sharp knife to cut into 24 bars. Enjoy!
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