Choco Scotch Clusters

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
Crispy, sweet no-bake treats combining chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter.
Choco Scotch Clusters recipe image
Choco Scotch Clusters recipe image
Print Recipe

Choco Scotch Clusters

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 1338.0

Description

These Choco Scotch Clusters are a delightful no-bake treat that combines the rich smoothness of semisweet chocolate and butterscotch with a creamy swirl of peanut butter. The mixture is tossed with crunchy Rice Krispies cereal to create bite-sized clusters that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. They offer a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors, making them an irresistible snack for any time of day. Ideal for packing in lunchboxes, serving at parties, or enjoying as a quick dessert, these clusters require no oven time. They come together in just minutes using simple pantry staples, offering a satisfying crunch and indulgent taste that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Set up a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
  2. Add the semisweet chocolate chips, butterscotch morsels, and peanut butter to the top of the double boiler.
  3. Heat gently, stirring frequently with a spatula, until all ingredients are completely melted and smoothly blended.
  4. Remove the bowl from the heat source to prevent the mixture from becoming too hot or seizing.
  5. Immediately stir in the Rice Krispies cereal, ensuring every piece is thoroughly coated in the chocolate mixture.
  6. Using a tablespoon, drop mounds of the coated cereal onto a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper, spacing them apart.
  7. Allow the clusters to cool at room temperature until they are firm and set, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
  8. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1338.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57.0g88%
Saturated Fat 33.0g165%
Cholesterol 54.0mg18%
Sodium 55.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 187.5g63%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g30%
Sugars 174.0g
Protein 12.0g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: no-bake, clusters, chocolate, butterscotch, peanut butter, rice krispies, cereal, snack, treats, dessert, crunchy, easy, quick, party food, lunchbox, nutty, sweet, indulgent, homemade, chewy
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious