Description
Butterscotch crunchies deliver a nostalgic dance of sweet and crispy textures that whisper childhood memories. Sweet caramel notes mingle with golden crackle, promising pure delight for dessert enthusiasts wanting a simple yet irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 bag (11 oz/310 g) butterscotch chips
- 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups (100 g) crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
Texture Enhancers:
- 1 cup (120 g) mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Gather a microwave-safe bowl and place butterscotch chips with peanut butter inside, ensuring an even distribution of both ingredients.
- Heat the mixture in the microwave using 30-second intervals, pausing to stir thoroughly between each interval to promote uniform melting and prevent scorching.
- Continue microwaving and stirring until the butterscotch and peanut butter transform into a completely smooth, glossy liquid with no remaining solid pieces.
- As an alternative method, chefs can opt to melt the ingredients in a saucepan over low heat, maintaining constant gentle stirring to prevent burning and achieve a consistent texture.
- Once fully melted and integrated, the mixture should have a silky, uniform appearance with a rich golden-brown color and glossy sheen.
Notes
- Use high-quality butterscotch chips for a richer, more authentic flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature to help it melt more evenly and create a smoother consistency.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular cornflakes with gluten-free cornflakes or rice cereal to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding cornflakes to prevent them from becoming soggy and maintain their signature crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg