• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • FAQS
  • Privacy Policy

Rants From My Crazy Kitchen logo

  • About
  • Recipe Index
  • Contact Me/Work With Me!
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • About
  • Recipe Index
  • Contact Me/Work With Me!
  • Follow Me!

    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Recipes

    December 15, 2020

    Easy Scotcheroos

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    These easy scotcheroos are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. They combine peanut butter, caramel and milk chocolate together in one easy no-bake dessert. If you can melt, mix, layer and pour then you are going to love these  scotcheroos. Let me show you how to make this easy dessert today.

    close up photo of a scotcheroo on parchment paper

    By Kelley Grant Mom Makes Dinner.

    I think that no-bake desserts are my favorite. There is less waiting time and you don’t have to turn on your oven, which is great in the summer months. Plus, no-bake desserts are always kid friendly options to have the kiddos help in the kitchen.

    What are scotcheroos?

    Scotcheroos are a chewy bar type of dessert made from peanut butter and rice krispies as the base. The bars are then topped with a decadent chocolate and butterscotch ganache type topping. The combination of the salty bar and the sweet chocolate topping make these treats irresistible.

    Scotcheroo ingredients

    The great thing about these scotcheroos is that you probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry already! If not, they are easy to find at most grocery stores. To make these no-bake bars you will need:

    • Peanut butter
    • Sugar
    • Honey
    • Rice Krispies
    • Chocolate chips
    • Butterscotch chips

    Peanut butter - You need a smooth peanut butter for these bars. Pick your favorite brand of creamy peanut butter and you are good to go.

    Sugar - You need plain white sugar for these scotcheroo bars.

    Honey - Some people use corn syrup in their scotcheroos, but I prefer honey. You can use either or as the substitute at a 1:1 ratio.

    Rice Krispies - Grab the biggest box of cereal on the shelf because you need 6 cups for this recipe.

    Chocolate chips - Find your favorite chocolate chips at the grocery store and grab a bag. Any variety will work in this recipe.

    Butterscotch chips - These get mixed in with the chocolate chips. You can find them in the baking aisle next as well.

    Do I have to use honey?

    No, you can use corn syrup instead. Some recipes use corn syrup but I prefer the taste of honey. If you want to use corn syrup, use 1 cup in place of the 1 cup of honey.

    How to make easy scotcheroo bars

    Once you have gathered all your ingredients you will also need:

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • Saucepan
    • 9x13 baking dish
    • Mixing bowls
    • Spatula

    Step 1 Dissolve the sugar

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat add the sugar, peanut butter and honey. Stir to combine. Bring to a soft boil and then remove from heat. The goal is to dissolve the sugar and not over boil the mixture.

    photo of peanut butter mixture in a pot

    You can also do this in the microwave. Add the peanut butter, sugar and honey to a microwave safe bowl and cook for 1 minute. Remove and stir. If the sugar isn’t dissolved, add 30 seconds and cook again. Repeat until the sugar is dissolved.

    Step 2 Mix in the Rice Krispies

    In a large mixing bowl, add the cereal. Pour in the peanut butter mixture and stir to combine. Make sure your bowl is big enough that you can fit all 6 cups of Rice Krispies.

    photo of Rice Krispies and peanut butter mixture combined in a bowl

    Step 3 Press into pan

    Spoon the Rice Krispie/peanut butter mixture into your baking dish. Press down the Rice Krispies into the dish with the spatula. You can also use the bottom of a glass or one of your measuring cups to press them into the pan.

    photo of RIce Krispie mixture in a pan

    Step 4 Make the topping

    In a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips. Start with 1 minute and stir. The heat from the microwave will continue to melt the chocolate even after you remove the bowl. Combine in 30 second intervals until all the chips are melted and it’s smooth.

    Step 5 Top the bars

    Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch chips over the prepared Rice Krispie mixture. Use your spatula to smooth it over the top. Set in the refrigerator to chill and harden.

    photo of chocolate topped Rice Crispy mixture

     

    Step 6 Slice

    Once the chocolate has hardened, remove the baking dish and slice into squares.

    photo of three scotcheroos on top of each other

    How to store leftovers

    If you happen to have any leftover scotcheroo bars, place them in an airtight container - a Ziplock bag or a Tupperware with a secure lid will work. Store them on the counter or in the refrigerator. They will be good for 2-3 days after making them.

    Can I freeze them?

    Yes, you can! After the bars have cooled completely, place them in a Ziplock bag. Put the bag in the freezer and allow to freeze. They will be good for up to 3 months, if stored properly. To eat later - allow to thaw in the fridge.

    Here are a few more no-bake desserts to enjoy:

    Rocky Road Fudge 

    No-Churn Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream 

    No-Bake Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake 

    Frozen Strawberry Yogurt Pie 

    photo of three scotcheroos on top of each other
    Print Recipe
    No ratings yet

    Easy Scotcheroos

    These Easy Scotcheroos are a perfect combination of peanut butter, caramel and milk chocolate together in one easy no-bake dessert.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Refrigeration Time1 hr
    Total Time1 hr 15 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: no-bake dessert, scotcheroos recipe
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 386kcal
    Author: Kelley Grant

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup honey
    • 1 cup peanut butter
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
    • 1 cup chocolate chips
    • 1 cup butterscotch chips

    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan, combine the honey peanut butter and sugar. Bring to a soft boil, stirring constantly. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat.
    • Pour the cereal into a large mixing bowl and add the peanut butter mixture. Stir to combine and coat all the cereal.
    • Press the cereal into a 9x13 baking dish using your spatula.
    • Melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips in a bowl in the microwave. Start with 1 minute and then mix afterwards. Add 30 second intervals if the chips are not melted, stirring after each time.
    • Pour the chocolate/butterscotch mixture over the Rice Krispie mixture. Smooth with a spatula.
    • Place the baking dish in the refrigerator to cool and harden up.
    • Once cooled, use a knife to cut into squares and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 945IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 5mg

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    « Rocky Road Fudge
    Air Fryer Potato Skins »
    29 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi everyone!
    Welcome to Rants From My Crazy Kitchen, where I share my favorite recipes and my thoughts on food, picky eaters, products, and restaurants. Join in the fun by subscribing to receive new posts as they are published. You can find out more about me by clicking on my picture. Enjoy!

    More about me →

    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Trending Recipes

    • Close up photo of Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad
      Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad (Walmart Copycat Recipe)
    • Photo of Creamy Cucumber Salad in a large white bowl on a wood table next to a black serving spoon
      Creamy Cucumber Salad
    • photo of a whole pot pie on a baking sheet on top of a wood table
      Chicken Pot Pie
    • Photo of 5 Ingredient Taco Soup in a white bowl topped with shredded cheese and sliced scallions along with a bowl of tortilla chips
      5 Ingredient Taco Soup

    Seasonal Favorites

    • photo of sliced brie on a platter surrounded by fruit
      Baked Brie With Apricot and Walnuts
    • close up photo of a filled and decorated cookie
      Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
    • This Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole with homemade Hollandaise sauce is perfect for Christmas morning or Sunday brunch. Just a few minutes of prep work the night before and you can have a delicious breakfast ready without any stress in the morning.
      Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole
    • Slow Cooker Honey Ham

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    • ABOUT
    • RECIPES
    • CONTACT ME/WORK WITH ME!
    • FAQS
    • PRIVACY POLICY

    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Copyright © 2023 Rants From My Crazy Kitchen

    Enter your name and email address to subscribe by email
    Stay up to date on all the latest recipes, reviews, giveaways, and more for free!

    Your privacy is important! Please refer to Rants From My Crazy Kitchen's Privacy Policy for information how we use your information and protect your rights.

    29 shares
    29 shares