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Scotcharoos

Scotcharoos are made with a soft peanut butter base paired with crunchy Rice Krispies and topped with a rich chocolate butterscotch layer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. Lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and corn syrup. Stir until it just begins to boil.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter until smooth and well blended.
  4. Pour mixture over Rice Krispies in a large bowl. Gently fold until cereal is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Press firmly with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butterscotch chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  7. Pour melted topping over cereal layer and spread evenly.
  8. Allow Scotcharoos to cool at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.
  9. Use a sharp knife to cut into 24 bars. Enjoy!
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