- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spatula
How to Make Scotcheroos
- Prepare the Pan & Cereal: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place Rice Krispies in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Base: In a saucepan, heat sugar, corn syrup, and peanut butter over medium heat, stirring until it boils. Remove from heat immediately.
- Combine & Press: Pour the mixture over the cereal, stirring to coat evenly. Press gently into the prepared pan.
- Make the Topping: Melt chocolate and butterscotch chips in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Finish & Cool: Spread the topping evenly over the cereal base. Allow bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes, no oven required.
- Perfect for Sharing: Ideal for potlucks, bake sales, or family desserts.
- Kid-Friendly: Fun to make with children and loved by all ages.
- Balanced Flavors: Sweet, salty, crunchy, and chewy in every bite.
Tips for the Best Scotcheroos
- Don’t overcook the peanut butter mixture or the bars will be too hard.
- Press the cereal mixture gently into the pan; pressing too firmly can make them dense.
- Chill bars for quicker setting, but let them come to room temperature before cutting for clean slices.
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