Scotcheroos – My Mother-In-Law’s Recipe!

Scotcheroos are a popular Midwestern dessert that originated in the United States in the 1960s. They are similar to Rice Krispies treats but with the addition of a chocolate and butterscotch topping.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Scotcheroos – My Mother-In-Law’s Recipe!

Cooking Method: Microwaving, Stovetop Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 5 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 cup Rice Krispies
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup Light Corn Syrup
• 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
• 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, measure Rice Krispies and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in creamy peanut butter until well combined.
4. Pour peanut butter mixture over Rice Krispies and mix until evenly coated.
5. Press mixture into a greased 9x13-inch pan.
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and vanilla extract together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
7. Pour chocolate mixture over the Rice Krispies mixture and spread evenly.
8. Let cool for 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
9. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.