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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nwhat makes this recipe different? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Scotcheroos are a classic recipe. (Or do you say scotcharoos?) You'll find the same version on countless food blogs. But I make a few small tweaks to make these the BEST Scotcheroos recipe ever:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Increase the amount of chocolate and butterscotch chips used for a thicker topping. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- New ideas for twists on Scotcheroos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nwhat are Scotcheroos? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Scotcheroos are similar to a peanut butter Rice Krispie treat, but instead of butter and marshmallows, you use light corn syrup and sugar. Then, top with a mixture of melted chocolate and butterscotch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are other names for scotcheroos? Depending on where you're from, they are also called Oh Henry bars, Special K Bars, and peanut butter Rice Krispie Treats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are so many easy Rice Krispie treat variations<\/a><\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And if you love these, be sure to try these divine magic cookie bars<\/strong><\/a> (also known as 7 layer bars or Hello Dolly bars). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
more amazing Rice Krispie Treat ideas <\/h2>\n\n\nYou must use the category slug, not a URL, in the category field.\n\n\n
How did scotcheroos get their name? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The original recipe was printed on Rice Krispies cereal boxes in post-World War II America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The name comes from one of the ingredients: Butterscotch. Scotcheroos (also known as Scotcharoos) are a potluck classic! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ingredients <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You only need seven ingredients to make scotcheroos bars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nRICE KRISPIES CEREAL<\/strong> -- Our favorite brand to use is the original Kellogg's. You'll need 6 cups of the cereal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
LIGHT CORN SYRUP<\/strong> -- You'll need 1 cup of light corn syrup<\/strong>. My preference is the Karo brand. TIP: Spray your measuring cup with cooking spray first so the light corn syrup is removed with ease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
GRANULATED SUGAR<\/strong> -- You'll also need 1 cup of granulated sugar<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
SALT<\/strong> -- Add a pinch of table salt<\/strong> to balance the sweetness of Scotcheroos bars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
PEANUT BUTTER<\/strong> -- The recipe calls for \u2154 cups peanut butter<\/strong>. My recommendation is for a no-need-to-stir peanut butter that has salt as one of its ingredients. If you do use a natural peanut butter with separated oil, stir very well first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
CHOCOLATE TOPPING -- <\/strong>Scotcheroo topping is a combination of melted chocolate and butterscotch. I recommend Nestle-brand semi-sweet morsels and butterscotch morsels<\/strong>. You'll need 2 cups of each (or 12 ounce bags). <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nequipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Deep saucepan (because your sugars will rise when boiling)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 9 x 13 baking pan <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- cooking spray<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
what to do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With just a few easy steps, you'll have delicious scotcheroos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
step one: preparation <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Spray a large bowl with cooking spray, and add the 6 cups Rice Krispies<\/strong>. Set aside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan and set aside. Alternatively, line the baking pan with non-stick foil or parchment paper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nstep two: boil <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Place the 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of light corn syrup<\/strong> in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir until you have a paste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil (the mixture will bubble up, which is why a deep saucepan is useful) and lower heat. Boil until the sugar is dissolved, stirring constantly. DO NOT BOIL for more than ONE MINUTE, MAX, or your treats can harden. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stir the mixture well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stir in a pinch of salt<\/strong> and \u2154 cup peanut butter<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nstep three: mix it up <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fold the mixture over the cereal and carefully stir until evenly mixed. Transfer to the baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let set about an hour before topping with chocolate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nstep four: the topping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In a large, microwave-safe bowl, place 2 cups each semi-sweet and butterscotch morsels<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMicrowave for 90 seconds at 70 percent power. Let sit in the microwave for 1 minute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stir very well, using the residual heat to help melt the morsels. If needed, add additional microwave time for 15 seconds at 70 percent power. Stir until very smooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nPour over the Scotcheroos and spread with a spatula. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let set very well, 1 to 2 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cut into 20 or 24 bars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy are my Scotcheroos hard? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If your Scotcheroos are hard, you likely boiled the sugar and light corn syrup mixture too long. The mixture may boil, but no more than 1 minute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStorage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Want to freeze a batch? <\/b>Store the entire batch or individual squares. I prefer to wrap in plastic wrap and then wrap in foil or place in a freezer-safe Ziplock bag. Store up to three months. Let thaw IN the wrapping. <\/p>\n\n\n
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