Gluten-Free Scotcheroo Bars

These Gluten-Free Scotcheroo Bars are a delightful twist on the classic no-bake treat, offering all the nostalgic flavors you love in a celiac-friendly format. Featuring crispy rice cereal infused with creamy peanut butter and a touch of vanilla, these bars are topped with a luscious layer of melted butterscotch and semi-sweet chocolate chips for the ultimate sweet finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute cook time, this recipe is perfect for a crowd-pleasing dessert or snack that’s easy to make and suitable for gluten-free diets. Whether you're hosting a party or satisfying your sweet tooth, these chewy, chocolatey bars are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 6 cups Gluten-free crispy rice cereal
• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup Light corn syrup
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Gluten-free butterscotch chips
• 1 cup Gluten-free semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving excess paper hanging over the sides for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the mixture just begins to boil and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Remove from heat immediately and stir in the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the gluten-free crispy rice cereal to the peanut butter mixture and stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.

Step 5

Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly to the edges.

Step 6

In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the gluten-free butterscotch chips and gluten-free semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Step 7

Microwave the chips on high in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chips are melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 8

Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the cereal layer in the baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Allow the bars to cool at room temperature until the chocolate hardens, about 1 hour, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for faster setting.

Step 10

Once set, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1881.2 grams (1881.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7988

Total Fat 242.50g	311%
Saturated Fat 102.20g	511%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6111mg	266%
Total Carbohydrate 1342.00g	488%
Dietary Fiber 42.80g	153%
Total Sugars 672.40g
Protein 131.30g	263%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 469mg	36%
Iron 100mg	558%
Potassium 3011mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 66.5%