Chex Scotcheroos
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4.3
Chex Scotcheroos
Description
Chex Scotcheroos begin by combining Chex cereal with a melted mixture of light corn syrup, sugar, and peanut butter, which binds the cereal with sticky, sweet flavor. Once scooped into portions and formed by hand, they are topped with a warm, smooth glaze of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, additional peanut butter, and vanilla, creating a rich top layer. Once cooled at room temperature, the bars set firm with a glossy chocolate-butterscotch crust.
The result is a chewy and crunchy dessert with distinct peanut butter and butterscotch flavors combined with a classic chocolate topping. These bars do not require baking, which makes them quick to assemble. Using rice or corn Chex cereal adds a light crunch without heaviness.
Chex Scotcheroos are convenient hand-held treats suitable for casual snacking, potlucks, or lunchboxes. Their mix of sweet syrup and chocolate with peanut butter creates lasting appeal for peanut butter lovers and those who enjoy no-bake treats.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex cereal (Rice or Corn)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1½ cups peanut butter
- 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups butterscotch chips (use Hershey brand if making Gluten-free)
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add 6 cups of Chex cereal. Grease or line a baking sheet with wax paper.
- In a small saucepan, combine the corn syrup and sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Once boiling, immediately remove from heat and stir in 1½ cups of peanut butter. Pour over cereal and fold together. Use a large cookie scoop and scoop onto wax paper in the size that you like. Use your hands to press together and form them.
- Using a microwave safe dish or a double boiler, melt together chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, ½ cup of peanut butter and vanilla. If microwaving, heat in 10 second intervals, stirring in between to prevent the chocolate from burning.
- Once smooth, gently spoon onto the cereal piles.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
- Greasing hands or using a cookie scoop helps form the bars more easily.
- Hershey brand butterscotch chips can be used for a gluten-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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