Special K Bars are a nostalgic, no-bake treat made with crunchy cereal, rich peanut butter, and a sweet, gooey syrup, all topped with a smooth layer of melted chocolate. These bars are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Whether you’re serving them at parties, bake sales, or simply indulging in a delicious snack, Special K Bars are always a crowd-pleaser. Their perfect balance of salty and sweet makes them irresistible for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
- 6 cups Special K cereal
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups butterscotch chips
Instructions:
- Prepare the pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Make the syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture just starts to boil. Remove from heat.
- Add peanut butter: Stir in the peanut butter until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix with cereal: Pour the peanut butter mixture over the Special K cereal in a large bowl. Stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Press into pan: Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly into the pan.
- Melt the chocolate and butterscotch: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
- Spread the topping: Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the cereal layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Set and serve: Let the bars cool at room temperature or refrigerate until the topping is set. Once firm, cut into squares or bars and serve.
Enjoy these sweet, chewy Special K Bars as a delicious, nostalgic treat that’s perfect for sharing!