Chewy Chocolate Scotcheroos
These no-bake treats take only minutes to make, they're an old-school favorite made with just a few wholesome swaps!
Servings: 24 bars
Calories: 296kcal
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup honey
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (just peanuts and salt)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon bourbon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups brown rice crisps cereal
- 12 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 - 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips
- flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper. 2. Add the brown rice crisps to a large bowl.3. In a medium pot, combine the honey and coconut oil. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook 2 minutes, then remove from the heat. Stir in the peanut butter, then add the bourbon (if using), and vanilla. Pour over the cereal. Stir well to combine. Spread the cereal out onto the prepared pan, packing it in tightly.4. Melt together the chocolate and butterscotch chips in the microwave. Spread the chocolate over the bars. Place in the fridge to set, then slice and enjoy! Keep in the fridge.
Notes
If Strictly Vegan: use maple syrup in place of the honey.
Tip: Try to use a natural peanut butter with just peanuts and salt. Don’t use a no-stir peanut butter that contains oils and/or sugar.
Nutrition
Calories: 296kcal