How To Make The Best Peanut Butter Scotcheroos Recipe

I’ve recently whipped up a Scotcheroos Recipe that combines crunchy Rice Krispies, creamy peanut butter, and a delightful blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips with butterscotch chips. The light corn syrup gives it a soft, chewy texture that proves just how fun these no bake sweets can be at any gathering.

I recently tried a twist on my favorite Peanut Butter Rice Crispy Treats recipe that I just had to share. This Peanut Butter Scotcheroos recipe quickly became one of my staples.

I mixed 6 cups of Rice Krispies with 1 cup of light corn syrup and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter to create a sticky base that holds all the magic together. Then I tossed in 1 cup of semi sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of butterscotch chips to give it that irresistible flavor punch.

The whole process was messy and fun, and it reminded me a lot of those crazy experiments I used to do with my friends. There’s something so cool about creating crispy treats like these that are perfect for a party or a relaxing family afternoon.

I was really surprised how soon it became a favorite, just like the ones you see on Cake Boss. Enjoy making these no-bake beauties!

Why I Like this Recipe

I really love this recipe for a few reasons. First, I like how it mixes crunchy cereal with the gooey, melted peanut butter and chips, making every bite super satisfying. Second, it’s a no bake treat so I don’t have to wait around or heat up an oven, which makes it really easy and fun to whip up even on busy days. Third, I love that it’s totally customizable – sometimes I swap out the Rice Krispies for something else, which makes me feel creative when I make it. Finally, it just tastes amazing at parties, and it’s cool to share something so fun and tasty with family and friends!

Ingredients

• Crispy rice cereal full of carbohydrates providing a crunchy foundation for the treat.
• Liquid sweetener that binds ingredients; adds chewiness and extra sugar richness.
• Rich and smooth peanut butter offering protein, healthy fats, and bold flavor.
• Delicious chocolate pieces that bring cocoa taste and a hint of antioxidant goodness.
• Sugary butterscotch chips intensify the sweetness while adding a rich buttery caramel note.

Ingredient Quantities

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal (you can also use Chex, Special K, cornflakes, or Cheerios)
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup butterscotch chips

How to Make this

1. Grease a 9×9 inch pan and line it with parchment paper so it doesnt stick later on.

2. In a medium saucepan, mix together your corn syrup and peanut butter over low heat. Stir it constantly until its well combined and smooth.

3. Pour the mixture over your 6 cups of Rice Krispies (or your chosen cereal) in a big bowl and stir it well so every piece gets coated.

4. Add in the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips while the mix is still warm. Theyll melt a bit and make the treat extra gooey.

5. Stir everything again until the chips are mostly melted but still give a bit of texture.

6. Spoon the entire mix into your prepared pan and press it down evenly with a spatula.

7. Put the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least one hour, or until its firm enough to cut.

8. Once its set, slice it into squares.

9. Enjoy these chewy, sticky peanut butter scotcheroos and store any extras in an airtight container in the fridge.

Equipment Needed

1. A 9×9 inch baking pan
2. Parchment paper
3. A medium saucepan
4. A large mixing bowl
5. Measuring cups (for the syrup, peanut butter, chips etc.)
6. A spatula
7. A knife (for slicing after chilling)
8. A refrigerator

FAQ

How To Make The Best Peanut Butter Scotcheroos Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you don’t have Rice Krispies, try using Cheerios, Chex, or even cornflakes for a cool change.
• Light corn syrup can be swapped with honey or even glucose syrup, but it might affect the sweetness a bit.
• If you run out of creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanut butter or even almond butter works almost as well.
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips can be replaced with milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips if that’s what you have.
• You can substitute butterscotch chips with caramel bits or a drizzle of butterscotch extract if needed.

Pro Tips

1. Try letting your peanut butter and corn syrup mixture cool for like a minute or two before adding the chips so they dont completely melt into a smooth blob, giving you a mix of textures instead.
2. Make sure you stir the cereal mix really well so every single piece gets coated evenly, otherwise you might end up with some overly sticky spots and some that are kinda dry.
3. A little pinch of salt added into your runny mix can actually amp up the flavor and balance out the sweetness of the chips and syrup; its a small detail that makes a big difference.
4. When you press your mixture into the pan, do it with a gentle but firm hand so it holds together but still stays kinda chewy, instead of turning into a hard, overly compact bar.