Description

Chewy Gluten-Free Scotcheroos are a delightful treat featuring creamy peanut butter, crunchy cereal, and a sweet chocolate topping. Quick to prepare, they are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with their amazing flavor and texture. These bars are a must-try for anyone searching for easy, mouthwatering snacks to enjoy!

Ingredients

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1–1/4 cups light corn syrup
1 cup granulated sugar
1–1/4 cups creamy peanut butter, not natural-style/drippy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups gluten free crispy rice cereal, see notes
1 cup gluten free dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips, Enjoy Life or Nestle recommended
1 cup gluten free butterscotch chips, Nestle recommended
Flaky/coarse sea salt, for finishing, optional

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Instructions

Spray a 9×13” baking pan generously with nonstick spray and set aside.
In a large pot, combine corn syrup and sugar. Heat over medium-low, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves and mixture begins to simmer. Once bubbles appear, turn off the heat and remove the pot from the burner, being careful not to let the mixture boil.
Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the crispy rice cereal, stirring until evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, pressing it down gently with wax paper or a nonstick-sprayed measuring cup to create an even layer. Set aside.
In a medium glass bowl, combine the chocolate and butterscotch chips. Microwave in 30-40 second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Drizzle over the bars and spread evenly with an offset spatula. Let cool for 10 minutes then sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Allow the Scotcheroos to cool completely before slicing into 24 bars. Store covered in the pan at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Notes

Ensure the corn syrup and sugar mixture does not boil to keep the Scotcheroos soft.
Use gluten-free products to maintain the gluten-free quality of the treat.
Store in a cool place to maintain texture; cover to prevent drying out.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 190
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg