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Recipe for Scotcharoo Bars

These scotcharoo bars have a layer of crunchy SunButter coated cereal with a coating of dark chocolate on top for an easy and simple no-bake treat. Made with just 6 simple ingredients, this homemade crispy bark has all the flavors of a traditional scotcharoo with a healthier twist.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: scotcharoo bars, scotcharoos without corn syrup
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 182kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup SunButter I used creamy no sugar added
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey or agave
  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup brown rice cereal
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • Sea salt optional

Instructions

  • In a pot, melt the SunButter, maple syrup, and coconut oil over medium-low heat. Stir well until smooth and thick. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Add the brown rice cereal to the pot and toss well to coat the cereal in the SunButter mixture.
  • Spread the cereal out evenly onto a 9 x 13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a separate pot, melt the chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The chocolate should be thick and glossy. Spread the chocolate over the cereal on the baking sheet with a spatula. Tap the pan on the counter a few times to even it out if needed. Sprinkle some extra sea salt on top (optional). Let the bars set at room temperature for a few hours until the chocolate is firm.
  • When ready to enjoy, use a sharp knife to cut the bars. This doesn’t need to be perfect, you can cut them into rectangles or squares or cut them into pieces of “bark” too.

Notes

Storing : Store the bars in an airtight container either out on the counter for up to a week or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the bars for later when stored in an airtight container for up to 3 months. I recommend using a piece of parchment paper in between layers so they don't stick to each other. When ready to enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg