Scotcheroos Recipe (No-bake Treat!)

Scotcheroos are a no bake dessert classic! A crispy rice cereal bottom, a creamy layer of chocolate and butterscotch, this is a firm fave!

Course baked goods, Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 375kcal

In a medium sauce pan combine 1 cup honey and 3/4 cup brown sugar over low heat until just before mixture boils and and sugar is dissolved, being careful not to over boil. (About a minute).
Remove the pan from the heat and add 1 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon salt stirring until smooth and well blended
Add 6 cups rice krispie cereal to a big bowl and pour the sugar and peanut butter mixture over cereal and stir to combine it all. Press into prepared dish using a piece of parchment paper to help smooth it.

In a microwaveable bowl add 2 tablespoons peanut butter, 1 3/4 cup butterscotch chips and 1 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips. Microwave on low heat for 2-3 minutes stopping to stir it every 30 seconds until completely melted and combined.
Pour butterscotch and chocolate mixture on top of the bars and spread evenly.
Place the bars in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutest to allow the chocolate to harden before cutting.
Remove from the refrigerator 10 mins before serving, cut into bars and enjoy.