Laura's Special K Bars

Indulge in the irresistible crunch and creamy sweetness of Laura's Special K Bars—a no-bake treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth! Made with crispy Special K cereal, a luscious peanut butter and light corn syrup blend, and topped with a decadent layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips, these bars are a delightful combination of texture and flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy dessert requires minimal effort for maximum payoff, making it ideal for potlucks, holiday parties, or quick family snacks. The balance of salty and sweet plus the buttery richness ensures these bars will disappear in no time. Refrigerate them for faster setting, and serve up these chocolate-peanut butter delights to wow any crowd!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 6 cups Special K cereal
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Light corn syrup
• 1.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Butterscotch chips

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large pot over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Stir frequently until the mixture just begins to boil and the sugar is fully dissolved. Be careful not to overcook, as this can result in hard bars.

Step 3

Remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in the creamy peanut butter until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Gently fold the Special K cereal into the peanut butter mixture, ensuring that the cereal is evenly coated.

Step 5

Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture evenly into the pan, but do not pack it too tightly.

Step 6

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chips are fully melted and smooth.

Step 7

Pour the melted chocolate-butterscotch mixture over the cereal layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 8

Let the bars cool at room temperature until the chocolate layer is set. For faster setting, place the pan in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Step 9

Once set, cut into 24 bars using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1391.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6192.7

Total Fat 274.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3209.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 866.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 653.6g
Protein 144.2g	0%

Vitamin D 240.0IU	0%
Calcium 382.2mg	0%
Iron 120.3mg	0%
Potassium 2712.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 53.2%