Easy Scotcheroo Bites: Sweet & Chewy Mini Treats to Love

Delight in these Easy Scotcheroo Bites, a nostalgic and shareable treat combining chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter in a mini form.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup corn syrup Provides sweetness and acts as a binding agent; substitute honey if desired.
1 cup peanut butter Use 100% natural or almond butter for nut allergies.
1 cup sugar Adds sweetness and aids binding.
5 cups Rice Krispies Cereal Provides structure and crunch; consider using cocoa pebbles.

For the Topping

1 cup milk chocolate chips Adds sweetness and rich chocolate flavor.
1 cup butterscotch chips Delivers a sweet, buttery flavor element.

Equipment

medium saucepan
mini muffin pan
Spatula
Cookie scoop

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Scotcheroo Bites

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium saucepan, combine corn syrup, sugar, and peanut butter. Stir constantly until smooth, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and pour the mixture over Rice Krispies. Fold gently until coated.
Scoop the mixture into the muffin pan, press down firmly, and let cool for 15 minutes.
Melt the milk chocolate and butterscotch chips together until smooth.
Remove bites from the pan and drizzle with the melted mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for a week. Freezable for 3 months.

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