Scotchy Peanut Bars are a nostalgic dessert favorite combining the rich flavors of butterscotch and peanut butter layered over a soft, crumbly base. These bars were especially popular in mid-century American households, often made for potlucks, school events, or family gatherings. The signature mix of corn syrup and butterscotch chips gives them a gooey, chewy top that contrasts delightfully with the crunch of corn flakes. Their simplicity and classic flavor have made them a lasting staple in vintage dessert recipes.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar (firmly packed )
- 1 ⅓ cups flour (sifted )
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 6 oz butterscotch morsels
- 1 ¼ cups peanut butter
- 3 cups corn flakes
Instructions
Step 1: Make Base
- Cream butter in a mixing bowl.
- Add brown sugar and mix well.
- Blend in sifted flour. (Mixture may be crumbly.)
Step 2: Bake Base
- Press mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 13×9-inch baking pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare Topping
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and corn syrup.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat; remove from heat.
- Stir in butterscotch morsels and peanut butter until melted and smooth.
- Mix in corn flakes.
Step 4: Assemble
- Spread the topping evenly over the baked base.
- Allow to cool. Frost with any chocolate frosting recipe if desired.
- Cut into bars.
Tips
- Swap corn flakes with Rice Krispies for a lighter texture
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for contrast
- Try drizzling with melted chocolate instead of frosting
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 1gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
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