SCOTCHAROOS

This is a popular twist on Rice Krispies Treats that is just as quick and easy for those hungry kids.  It's also a great bake sale item.  Try these and enjoy!




SCOTCHAROOS

Ingredients

1 cup sugar

1 cup light corn syrup

1 cup peanut butter

Chocolate and/or butterscotch chips (optional)

6 cups Rice Krispies

Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan.

Combine sugar and syrup in a 3 quart saucepan.  Cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until mixture boils.  Remove from heat.  Add peanut butter and mix well.  Add Rice Krispies and stir until well blended. 

Press the mixture into the pan.  Melt all the chips and pour evenly over the mixture and let cool.