Scotcheroos are a classic, family favorite that keep the whole clan happy. Plus, these chocolate-covered peanut butter rice Krispie treats are so easy to make. However, most are not gluten free. This recipe will let you make these delicious treats while still keeping your kitchen completely gluten free. You may need to make a double batch! Everyone will gobble up these delicious treats!
Adding peanut butter to these bars is a simple trick that gives them a delicious peanut flavor. Kids adore them!
This recipe is: Corn-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free
Are Rice Krispies Gluten Free?
If you are just beginning a gluten-free lifestyle or trying to prepare a treat for gluten-free friends or family, you might assume that rice Krispies are gluten free. Their main ingredient is rice, which does not have gluten. Rice Krispies have a hidden source of gluten, though. This breakfast cereal uses malt for flavoring, which comes from barley. Just like wheat, barley is a grain that contains gluten. If you are someone eating these treats is gluten free, be sure to find gluten free rice cereal.
How to make Peanut Butter Krispie Rice Treats (Scotcheroos)
Yields: 8-10 servings
Total Time: 20 mins
Prep Time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons margarine or butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (10 ounce) package marshmallows
- 6 cups Whole Grain Krispie Rice Gluten-Free cereal
Directions
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt margarine or butter. Add in peanut butter and stir until smooth and melted.
- Stir in marshmallows and continue stirring until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in gluten-free Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until cereal is well coated.
- Using a buttered spatula or waxed paper, press mixture evenly into a 9 x 13 inch pan coated with non-stick spray or butter. Cut into 2-inch bars for serving.
Option for a chocolate topping:
As an option you can add a chocolate topping to the crispy rice treats. Feel free to use semisweet, dark or white chocolate. You can also use a chopped chocolate bar, and the chocolate can be regular or vegan.
Ingredients needed for chocolate coating:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (or white or milk chocolate, regular or vegan)
- 1½ Tablespoon butter (regular or dairy free)
- flakey sea salt or sprinkles, for topping
In a small microwave safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate in 20 second increments, stirring after each one, until completely melted.
Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal and use an offset spatula to spread into an even layer.
Sprinkle over sea salt or sprinkles! Let the chocolate covered treats set completely before removing and slicing.
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