Scotcheroos
Indulge, in the allure. Satisfying crispness of homemade Scotcheroos, a beloved recipe that combines the simplicity of Rice Krispies with the comforting and delectable flavors of peanut butter, chocolate and butterscotch. Each square offers a symphony of textures. Crunchy, chewy and velvety. Resulting in a medley that dances on your palate. This no-bake delight featuring a gooey center topped with a blend of chocolate and butterscotch is not just a dessert; it's a journey down memory lane and an appreciation, for life's simple yet profound pleasures found in every mouthwatering bite.
20 Servings
Ingredients
- 6 c Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 c granulated sugar
- 1 c smooth peanut butter
- 1 c light corn syrup
- 1½ c semisweet chocolate chips
- 1½ c butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Start by preparing the base: Take a bowl and pour 6 cups of Rice Krispies cereal into it. Set the bowl aside for now.
- Next let's make the syrup mixture: In a saucepan combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of smooth peanut butter and 1 cup of corn syrup. Heat this mixture over medium-high heat while continuously stirring until it begins to boil.
- Once the syrup mixture is boiling carefully pour it over the Rice Krispies in the bowl. Make sure to mix everything so that all the cereal gets coated evenly.
- Now it's time to form the bars: Transfer the cereal into a greased baking dish measuring 9 x 13 inches. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press down firmly and evenly.
- In a saucepan gently melt together 1½ cups of semisweet chocolate chips and 1½ cups of butterscotch chips, over low heat. Stir constantly until they become smooth and well combined.
- Afterward pour this melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the pressed cereal, in the baking dish. Spread it out evenly so that it covers all surfaces.
- Allow some time for your Scotcheroos to cool down and set properly – at least 30 minutes should suffice. Once they are set you can cut them into either squares or bars before serving them. Enjoy!
Notes
It's actually quite simple to turn these Scotcheroos into a gluten-free treat without sacrificing any of their deliciousness. The trick is to replace Rice Krispies cereal, with the gluten-free version so that every bite remains both safe and enjoyable for those who are sensitive to gluten. Just make sure to check the labels on your peanut butter, chocolate chips and butterscotch chips; some brands may contain traces of gluten due, to cross contamination during the manufacturing process.