Recipe: Krispies Scotchies Bars ๐ซ
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Ingredients:
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 6 ounces butterscotch chips
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cereal: Begin by placing the crispy rice cereal into a large mixing bowl. Ensure the bowl is big enough to accommodate all the ingredients.
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Heat the Sugar Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the sugar and light corn syrup. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir frequently to prevent burning and ensure the sugar is fully melted.
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Incorporate Peanut Butter: Once the sugar has melted completely, remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the crunchy peanut butter to the sugar mixture. Stir vigorously until the peanut butter is thoroughly blended, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
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Combine with Cereal: Pour the peanut butter mixture over the crispy rice cereal in the mixing bowl. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the ingredients together until the cereal is evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture. Ensure all cereal pieces are well coated.
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Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter. This will prevent the bars from sticking to the pan once they are set.
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Spread Mixture: Transfer the coated cereal mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or spatula to spread the mixture evenly, pressing it down firmly to create a compact layer.
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Melt Butterscotch Chips: In a clean saucepan, melt the butterscotch chips over low heat. Stir continuously to prevent burning and ensure the chips melt evenly into a smooth consistency.
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Spread Butterscotch Layer: Once melted, pour the butterscotch mixture over the top of the cereal layer in the baking pan. Use a spatula to spread the butterscotch evenly, covering the entire surface of the bars.
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Chill and Serve: Place the baking pan in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, or until the butterscotch layer has set completely. Once chilled, remove the pan from the refrigerator and cut the bars into squares using a sharp knife.
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Enjoy: Serve the Krispies Scotchies bars chilled or at room temperature. These delightful treats are perfect for dessert, snack time, or any occasion when you crave a sweet and crunchy indulgence!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 205.9
- Fat: 7.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8g
- Cholesterol: 0.3mg
- Sodium: 121.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.1g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 18.9g
- Protein: 3.3g
These Krispies Scotchies bars are a delightful combination of crispy cereal, creamy peanut butter, and sweet butterscotch, creating a treat that’s sure to please both kids and adults alike! Whether you’re making them for a party, a bake sale, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these bars are quick and easy to prepare, making them the perfect go-to dessert option when you’re short on time but still crave something deliciously indulgent. Enjoy every bite of these irresistible bars!
