Special K Bars
These vegan scotcheroos are delicious treats infused with peanut butter, butterscotch flavors, and chocolate. These treats are easy to make and a real crowd favorite!
Servings 20
Calories 310kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Bars:
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup dark Karo syrup (substitute agave syrup or maple syrup)
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 cups Special K cereal (substitute puffed rice cereal)
Frosting:
- 2 cups dairy-free chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup vegan butter
- 4 tablespoons dark karo syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line a baking a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper. Give it a quick spray of vegetable cooking spray.
- Add sugar and corn syrup to a microwave-safe bowl. Cook for 90 seconds, stopping to stir once or twice. Don't let the mixture come to a boil. We're trying to get it hot enough to dissolve the sugar, but not too hot. See notes for stovetop instructions.
- Stir in the peanut butter and salt.
- Add the cereal to a large bowl. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal and stir until combined. Spread this mixture into the prepared pan and use a spatula to gently press into an even layer.
Frosting:
- Place chocolate chips and remaining frosting ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave until melted, around 1 minute. Stir until combined. Drizzle over the bars and use a spatula to spread it out evenly.
Notes
Stovetop Instructions
If you prefer to cook the peanut butter mixture on the stovetop, combine sugar and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture just begins to boil. Then remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and salt.Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 296IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 3mg