Scotcheroos
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4.9
Scotcheroos
Description
Scotcheroos start with crispy rice cereal mixed into a hot syrup of sugar and light corn syrup (or honey as a substitute), blended with creamy peanut butter for a sticky, chewy texture. This mixture is pressed firmly into a greased pan to form the base. The topping consists of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips combined with butterscotch chips, imparting a smooth, sweet, and slightly caramel flavor layer.
The bars set at room temperature until firm, providing crunchy chewiness from the cereal and a glossy, rich chocolate-butterscotch layer. These bars are convenient to make ahead and share, requiring no baking and minimal preparation.
Storing them in an airtight container at room temperature helps retain freshness for a day or two, while freezing extends storage up to three months. Use high-quality chocolate chips for optimal melting and flavor. For gluten-free versions, substitute the cereal accordingly.
Ingredients
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy
- 12 oz chocolate chips good quality like ghirardelli or guittard, semi-sweet
- 12 ounce bags butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13' inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Rice Krispies Layer: Place cereal in a large mixing bowl. Set aside. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a low boil and then immediately remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until smooth. Pour mixture over the cereal and stir to evenly coat. Press firmly into prepared pan.
- Chocolate Layer: Add the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on low power for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Spread over rice krispies layer and allow to cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Substitute honey for corn syrup to avoid corn syrup if preferred.
- Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips for smooth melting and better flavor.
- Scotcheroos are best eaten within 1-2 days but can be stored airtight at room temperature.
- To freeze, wrap well and store up to 3 months; thaw fully before serving.
- For gluten-free bars, choose gluten-free crispy rice cereal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 160mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin A | 485IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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