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    Butterscotch Rice Krispie Squares

    December 19, 2022 by Laureen King

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    Rice Krispie squares with  creamy, smooth peanut butter and butterscotch layers. via @artandthekitch

    Butterscotch Rice Krispie Squares combine two of my favourite childhood treats into one delicious square. A butterscotch and peanut butter layer sandwiched between marshmallow Rice Krispie layers.

    Stack of Rice Krispie squares with butterscotch center.

    Butterscotch Rice Krispie Treats start with a classic Rice Krispie recipe layer, topped with a creamy smooth, peanut butter and butterscotch center, then covered with another Rice Krispie layer. The butterscotch center is similar to my popular recipe for Confetti Squares.

    Stack of Rice Krispie squares with butterscotch center.

    Ingredients for making this recipe.

    Peanut butter - use regular smooth peanut butter. Natural or organic peanut butter does not work well in most no-bake recipes.

    Butter- I use salted butter, but if you use unsalted butter, just add a pinch of salt.

    Butterscotch chips - buy good quality chips. My preferred brand is Hershey butterscotch chips. A 270-gram bag equals about 1 ¾ cups.

    Marshmallows - use mini marshmallows (250 gram bag), or 40 large marshmallows.

    Rice Krispie cereal - this brand or any brand of crisp rice cereal.

    Vanilla - pure vanilla extract.

    How to make butterscotch Rice Krispies treats recipe:

    Grease with butter a 9 x 9 baking pan or line with parchment paper.

    Have all the ingredients measured out so you can work quickly to put this recipe together.

    Start by preparing the marshmallow Rice Krispies. I use a microwave to melt the butter and marshmallows together. This takes about 1-2 minutes, stirring the mixture every 30 seconds and only until melted and smooth.

    Spread half of the Rice Krispie mixture into the prepared baking pan. Gently press down, but do not pack or this layer will become hard.

    In a small saucepan melt the butter and peanut butter together over low heat. Stir in the butterscotch chips and stir continuously until melted and smooth.

    TIP: Make sure the butter-peanut butter mix is not too hot before adding in the butterscotch chips or the mixture will seize and become grainy because the sugars crystallize.

    Spread the butterscotch mixture evenly over the Rice Krispie layer.

    Top with remaining Rice Krispie mix. I find it easiest to spoon dollops and then spread out pressing into placing with well buttered hands.

    Stack of rice krispie squares with a butterscotch center.

    Variation

    For a different flavor substitute chocolate chips for the butterscotch chips. White chocolate chips would also make a tasty substitution.

    Storage

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before cutting into squares and serving.

    Enjoy these other no-bake treats

    Butterscotch Confetti Squares

    Puffed Wheat Squares

    Chocolate Caramel Rice Krispie Squares

    This post was originally published April 4, 2016. Occasionally I update with fresh tips, content, and photos. Current update December 19, 2022.

    Stack of Rice Krispie squares with butterscotch center.

    Butterscotch Rice Krispie Squares

    Laureen King
    Butterscotch Rice Krispie Squares are made with a smooth peanut butter and butterscotch layer sandwiched between Rice Krispie treat layers.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16
    Calories 190 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 cups Rice Krispie cereal
    • 1 bag mini marshmallows 250gram bag or 40 large marshmallows
    • ½ cup butter divided into ¼ cup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
    • 1 package butterscotch chips 1 ¾ cups

    Instructions
     

    • Grease with butter a 9 x 9 baking pan or line with parchment paper.
    • Have all the ingredients measured out so you can put this recipe together quickly.
    • Place ¼ cup of butter in a large microwavable bowl and heat just until melted.
    • Stir in the marshmallows and heat until the marshmallows have melted. (1-2 minutes). Stir about every 30 seconds.
    • Stir in vanilla, then add rice krispies. Combine well.
    • Spread half of the Rice Krispie mixture into the prepared baking pan. Gently press down, but do not pack or this layer will become hard.
    • In a small saucepan using medium heat, melt together ¼ cup of butter and the peanut butter. Do not let boil.
    • Remove from heat and immediately stir in the butterscotch chips, stir continuously until the chips have melted.
    • Spread the butterscotch mixture evenly over the rice krispie layer.
    • Top with the remaining half of the cereal mixture. I do this by spooning dollops over the butterscotch layer and then gently spreading with well-buttered hands.
    • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set.
    • Allow to come to room temperature before cutting and serving.

    Notes

    *this recipe does require working quickly so the rice krispie and butterscotch layers don't set and harden before assembled.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 159mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 876IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword butterscotch rice krispie treat, rice krispie treats
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    Comments

    1. Laureen King

      April 09, 2016 at 6:09 pm

      thank you Beverley, they are addictively tasty!

      Reply
    2. Darin Shale

      December 16, 2019 at 9:40 pm

      I make Butterscotch confetti squares every Christmas but with Rice Krispies and mini Reese's pieces added. I call them Reese's pieces peanutbutterscotch rice krispies

      Reply
      • Laureen King

        December 18, 2019 at 7:27 pm

        Darin, sounds yummy!

        Reply

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