Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of "What Cha Ma Call Its," a no-bake treat that delivers the perfect balance of crunchy, gooey, and chocolaty goodness. This quick and easy recipe combines the satisfying crispness of rice cereal with the rich, creamy flavors of peanut butter and a luscious layer of melted butterscotch and milk chocolate chips. Ready in just 20 minutes, these bar-style desserts are both a crowd-pleaser and a time-saver, making them ideal for potlucks, lunchboxes, or last-minute indulgences. With only six simple, pantry-staple ingredients and no need for an oven, "What Cha Ma Call Its" is a must-try for lovers of quick dessert recipes, peanut butter treats, and chocolate-covered bliss. Perfectly bite-sized, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat!
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with nonstick spray or butter and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the light corn syrup and granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring frequently until the sugar completely dissolves (this should take about 2-3 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the smooth peanut butter until fully combined and creamy.
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the crisp rice cereal in a large mixing bowl. Stir quickly to coat the cereal evenly.
Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon. Be firm but gentle to avoid crushing the cereal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips and milk chocolate chips. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chips are melted and smooth. This should take 1–2 minutes total.
Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the cereal base, spreading it evenly with a spatula or back of a spoon.
Allow the dessert to cool and set completely. You can refrigerate it for 30 minutes to speed up the process.
Once set, cut into 12 bars or squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Serving size | (1574g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 6780.2 |
Total Fat 235.3g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 100.2g | 0% |
Cholesterol 32.0mg | 0% |
Sodium 4001.7mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 1070.1g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 681.7g | |
Protein 104.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 480.0mg | 0% |
Iron 106.6mg | 0% |
Potassium 1160.0mg | 0% |
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