Description
Chex Scotcheroos are a delightful no-bake treat combining crispy Rice Chex cereal with a rich peanut butter and corn syrup coating, topped with a luscious blend of melted milk chocolate and butterscotch chips. These sweet clusters are perfect for snacking or sharing during any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereal
- 6 cups Rice Chex
Binding Mixture
- 1 cup Light Corn Syrup
- 1 cup Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup Sugar
Topping
- 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Pour 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl and set it aside. Lay parchment paper out on the counter to prepare for forming the clusters.
- Make the Binding Mixture: In a saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup light corn syrup, 1 cup peanut butter, and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir gently until the mixture is warm and combined but not hot, ensuring the sugar dissolves.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the warm binding mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Stir thoroughly to coat all the cereal pieces evenly.
- Form Clusters: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop clusters of the coated cereal onto the prepared parchment paper, spacing them evenly to prevent sticking.
- Cool Clusters: Allow these clusters to cool slightly and set while preparing the topping.
- Melt Toppings: In a clean saucepan over low heat, melt together 1 cup milk chocolate chips and 1 cup butterscotch chips. Stir frequently to achieve a smooth, even melt.
- Top the Clusters: Spoon the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over each cluster, dividing it evenly to cover them.
- Set the Final Treats: Let the clusters cool completely until the topping firms up, then they are ready to serve or store.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Do not overheat the binding mixture to avoid burning the peanut butter or corn syrup.
- The clusters can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For variation, try adding chopped nuts or substituting peanut butter with almond butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chex Scotcheroos, no bake snack, peanut butter treat, chocolate butterscotch clusters, Rice Chex recipes, easy snacks
