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Special K Bars: The Ultimate No-Bake Dessert Recipe

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Easy, no-bake Special K bars with a peanut butter cereal base and a rich chocolate-butterscotch topping. A classic treat that’s quick to make and always a hit!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your preference!)
  • 6 cups Special K cereal
  • 1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 (12 ounce) package butterscotch chips

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Place over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Remove from heat and add peanut butter. Stir until the peanut butter is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Pour in Special K cereal and gently fold until the cereal is evenly coated.
  4. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  5. Pour the Special K mixture into the prepared pan and press evenly using a spatula or greased hands.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.
  7. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until completely melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes total).
  8. Pour the chocolate topping over the Special K mixture in the pan.
  9. Spread evenly with a spatula.
  10. Place the baking pan in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate topping is firm.
  11. Remove from the refrigerator and cut into squares.
  12. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Peanut Butter Options: Use creamy or chunky peanut butter based on your preference.
  • Cereal Variations: Experiment with other cereals like Rice Krispies or Corn Flakes.
  • Nut Alternatives: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter.
  • Chocolate Variations: Use different types of chocolate chips (milk, dark, white) or add chopped nuts, sprinkles, or mini marshmallows to the topping.
  • Salty Touch: Sprinkle sea salt on top of the chocolate layer before it sets.
  • Vegan: Use vegan butterscotch chips, vegan chocolate chips, and a vegan-friendly cereal.
  • Double Chocolate: Use all semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of butterscotch chips.
  • Caramel Swirl: Drizzle melted caramel over the chocolate topping before it sets.
  • Coconut Flakes: Sprinkle shredded coconut over the chocolate topping.
  • Espresso Powder: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the melted chocolate for a mocha-flavored topping.

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