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Chex Scotcheroos

A classic dessert combining crunchy cereal, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate. Quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 cups of Chex cereal any variety
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of light corn syrup
  • 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup of butterscotch chips

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Grease the 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup over medium heat. Stir until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the creamy peanut butter, stirring until fully blended.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, pour the Chex cereal and drizzle the peanut butter mixture over it. Gently fold to coat the cereal.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Heat in 30-second intervals until melted.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the pressed Chex mixture and spread it evenly.
  8. Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting.

Notes

For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts or M&Ms to the mixture.