Category: Dessert Cuisine: American Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: No cooking required Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: Approximately 24 Scotcheroos
Description: Scotcheroos are a delightful and easy-to-make no-bake dessert, combining the flavors of peanut butter, butterscotch, chocolate, and puffed rice cereal. These sweet and chewy treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a school bake sale. Enjoy the sweet and crispy perfection of Scotcheroos!
Ingredients:
- 6 cups puffed rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cereal Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the 6 cups of puffed rice cereal (e.g., Rice Krispies). Set aside.
2. Make the Peanut Butter Syrup:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the light corn syrup and granulated sugar.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, and as soon as it comes to a simmer, remove it from the heat.
- Quickly whisk in the creamy peanut butter until the mixture is smooth. You can also do this in the microwave by using a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-30 second increments, stirring between each increment, until the sugar is fully dissolved into the corn syrup.
3. Combine the Peanut Butter Mixture and Cereal:
- Pour the peanut butter and sugar mixture over the puffed rice cereal.
- Mix well to ensure the cereal is evenly coated. Work quickly, as the mixture will stiffen as it cools.
4. Press into a Dish:
- Line a 9×13 inch casserole dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Press the peanut butter and cereal mixture into the dish evenly, using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
5. Melt the Chocolate and Butterscotch:
- In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips together.
- If using the microwave, heat in 20-30 second increments, stirring each time until the chips are completely melted.
6. Top with Chocolate Mixture:
- Spread the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture evenly over the cereal mixture in the dish.
7. Let It Set and Cool:
- Allow the Scotcheroos to set and cool completely in the dish.
8. Cut and Serve:
- Once cooled, remove the Scotcheroos from the pan using the parchment paper.
- Cut into squares or bars.
Notes:
- Calories are automatically generated. For best results, calculate based on your exact ingredients.
Enjoy the irresistible sweetness and chewiness of these Scotcheroos at your next gathering or whenever you crave a delightful treat