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The Rice KrispieTreats |
The Rice Krispy Treats. You know the ones. Oh, you don’t? Well you’re about to find out. In my family, we all refer to these as The Rice Krispy Treats because there is simply no need for any other kind of Rice Krispy Treat. But if you really need another name to distinguish these from the gooey marshmallow gobs most people think of when they hear rice krispy treats, you can use my preferred alternative: crack. It’s a heck of a lot shorter than “Peanut Butter Butterscotch Fudgy Crisp Rice Sandwich Bars”, and in my opinion, describes them perfectly.
These aren’t your momma’s rice krispy treats. They are your grandma’s. If you are lucky to enough to have my grandma, of course. She claims to have found the recipe about forty years ago on the “back of the bag of butterscotch bits.” I can’t exactly take familial claim to its origins, but it’s the closest thing we have to a “family recipe” because it’s the one thing we make over and over (and over) again. Let me translate: they are seriously good, and incredibly addicting. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
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These treats are so fabulous that when it was time to choose a recipe for a post-holiday blogger cookie swap, I eschewed all the fancy and decadent new recipes I had bookmarked over the month of December and turned to my old, simple favorite. Sometimes, simple makes for the best crowd pleaser, and I know from experience that anyone who tries these falls just about as much in love with them as I am. Besides, I hadn’t had them in a while and had a craving. You got me. I made these out of pure selfishness.
But my selfishness ends there. I’m more than happy to share these with you. In fact, I’m delighted if you can’t stop at just one and if your fingers make their way to every last little crumb. Because quite honestly, if you didn’t finish them, I would. Crack, I tell ya.
The Rice Krispy Treats (Peanut Butter Butterscotch Fudgy Crisp Rice Sandwich Bars)
3 cups (1 ½ 11-12oz bags) butterscotch chips
1 1/2 cups (384gm) creamy peanut butter
12 cups (1 12oz box) crisp rice cereal
4 cups (2 11-12oz bags) semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup (1 stick / 4oz) butter, cubed
2 cups (240gm) confectioners’ sugar
4 tablespoons water
Line the bottom of a 9×13” pan with parchment paper and spray the sides of the pan with nonstick cooking spray (tip: use nonstick cooking spray to help the parchment paper stick to the pan – seems to go against the name of the product, but it works.)
In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter, stirring. When smooth, remove from heat and add the crisp rice cereal. Stir to coat. Place half of the cereal mixture into the pan and pat down evenly. Place in the refrigerator to let it firm up a bit while preparing the chocolate.
Place the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave safe bowl. Melt together in the microwave over medium-low heat, stirring every 60-90 seconds, until smooth. Mix in the powdered sugar and water.
Spread the chocolate evenly over the cereal layer in the pan, then gently pat the remaining cereal mixture evenly on top. Refrigerate for at least two hours, then cut into squares with a sharp knife.
Makes 42.
Nutritional Information:
Ha! My momma may not have given me The Rice Krispy Treats, but she did teach me not to judge a book by its cover. The fact that this recipe is appearing on Cara’s Cravings does not make it a healthy treat. Eat, don’t think, move on!
Wait, didn’t you say blogger cookie swap?
I did! Shannon was so kind to host Bridget, Jen, Kerstin, Elina, and myself. Still hungry? Check out these links and show our cookies some lovin’.
Shanon’s recap and recipe for Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Kerstin’s Pretzel and Grahame Chocolate Bars
Elina’s recap and recipe for Almond Macaroons with Chocolate Ganache
Bridget’s recap and recipe for Lemon Ricotta Cookies
Jen’s Recipe for (letter-pressed!) Meyer Lemon Shortbread Cookies
This recipe is also being featured in the HomeAway.co.uk Travel Cookbook.
I'm Cara, lover of creative, clean food and healthy living. Pumpkin, goat cheese, and eggplant make me swoon. I have an insatiable sweet tooth and desire to lift heavy things. 
Elina — January 26, 2011 @ 1:34 pm
Pretty pictures! Good job :)I can second the fact that these are crack-alicious. LOVED them. Definitely saving the recipe because I know I'll be making them some day!!Have you entered my giveaway yet?
luisa — January 26, 2011 @ 1:46 pm
muy rico y muy buenas fotos. Saludos.
Dawn — January 26, 2011 @ 2:20 pm
I have a feeling these would be deadly if I got my hands on them. I see you are getting a hang of your new camera. I love the shallow depth of field! They looka amazing.
Shanon — January 26, 2011 @ 2:49 pm
love the pics!!! the butterscotch sounds wonderful. i think i've had a version of these, but with just chocolate and peanut butter. these look even better!!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story — January 26, 2011 @ 3:33 pm
I had to check out these rice krispie treats after seeing them on other cookie swap recaps! Glad to know about yet another Boston blogger's site and look forward to coming back 🙂
Roxan — January 26, 2011 @ 3:43 pm
Wow, great photos! what kind of camera did you get? I have a canon rebel but I have no idea how to use it so I just use the auto setting. Great use of my money right? Anyways, awesome awesome rice krispie treats, and love the chocolate layer in the middle.
Shawnda — January 26, 2011 @ 3:48 pm
Those sound like some awesome rice krispie treats! PS – One of our 'treasured family recipes' also came off the side of a box of dates 30+ years ago 🙂
Lisa — January 26, 2011 @ 3:59 pm
I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing a new variation. They look fabulous!
Elle — January 26, 2011 @ 4:31 pm
Whoa-these look completely addictive! Your grandma knew what she was doing when she snagged this recipe from the bag. Love them! Oh, and love the photos, too! Stumbled. 🙂
Joanne — January 26, 2011 @ 5:32 pm
These are just beautiful Cara! And photos – bestill my heart!
Bridget — January 26, 2011 @ 5:34 pm
Cara, your photos are fantastic! And these are the fanciest rice krispy treats I've ever seen. I definitely want to make them.
That Girl — January 26, 2011 @ 5:48 pm
I recently made the plain old fashioned rice krispie treats, and they were better than I remembered. The hubs said its because I didn't use stale cereal.
Jennifurla — January 26, 2011 @ 7:40 pm
Great pics, lloks like your new camera agrees with you! Lovely treats, a step above the normal. happy Wednesday to you too!
Cara — January 26, 2011 @ 8:16 pm
Aww, thanks everyone, you truly know how to make a gal's day!@Roxan, I got a Nikon D3100. I'm still just fumbling around with it, I need to learn more!
Dagny — December 16, 2014 @ 11:09 am
Hi Cara! Finally! The recipe from the 70s that my mom always talks about! No one else has posted this tip top recipe that is everyone’s most fav of all the rice krispie treat recipes! My question is, I don’t remember this recipe with the powdered sugar in it. Can it be made without it? It seems sweet enough! Let me know!
Krystal — January 26, 2011 @ 10:01 pm
I was waiting on this recipe from your awesome blogger cookie meet-up! These sound and look utterly delicious. I'm totally jealous of the fancy new camera, you got skills!! Can't wait to make these babies!
Rachel — January 26, 2011 @ 10:16 pm
Oh my gosh. I have to send something to work with my husband on Saturday and I am so making these. They look amazing and will be a big hit, I'm sure! The pictures look incredible, too.
oishiifood — January 26, 2011 @ 10:48 pm
Delicious! Rice Krispy treats were definitely a part of my childhood and sometimes my mom would mix peanut butter into them, and/or top with chocolate. Love the pics too!
kayakjenn — January 26, 2011 @ 11:42 pm
My aunt made a version of these that only had one layer of rice crispies and they are a favorite food memory. This Christmas I finally made her version but next year I'l be making yours! Thanks.
Kimmy Bingham — January 27, 2011 @ 1:15 am
Oh Cara – chocolate and butterscotch – I love it. Sounds like you guys had a great time!
Shannon — January 27, 2011 @ 2:37 am
loving these photos 🙂 and these krispie treats? they will be my go-to from now on!! thanks for sharing with us!
Jen — January 27, 2011 @ 2:11 pm
I'm definitely making these soon! Great job on the pics too!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
muchas gracias!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks for stopping by! Always nice to meet other Boston area food bloggers 🙂
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
thanks Lisa!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks for the stumble love, Elle!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Joanne, when you like my photos, I feel beyond flattered… <3
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
hehe. But what are you supposed to do with stale cereal besides make rice krispie treats? kidding, I bought fresh ones for these 🙂
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks Jennifer, I am definitely enjoying playing with the new camera 🙂
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Do it! These travel and keep well too… that is, if they last beyond an hour 🙂
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
we did! wish you could have been there 🙂
kiramay — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
The new commenting platform looks great! As do these treats. Now to find someone to take the rest of them once I make them…
Lara @GoodCookDoris — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
They look beautiful!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks for the rec! Yes, you would be wise to share… these are dangerous 😉
Kathleen Gardner Pietrovito — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
They look just as good as they taste!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks Kate 🙂 and thanks for testing out the FB log-in, I'm so glad it works, and that I can reply to comments now – more interaction with my readers is always a good thing!
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Thanks Jen!
Julie — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
Yeah, those wouldn't last long around here.
Kristie Ott Boodell — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
LOVE the "stuff I really should not be eating" label. These are on my must make list.
Cara — March 27, 2011 @ 3:07 am
But if you just click on the link from your Google Reader, can you see the full post from your phone?
Jen — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
I'm definitely making these soon! Great job on the pics too!
kayakjenn — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
My aunt made a version of these that only had one layer of rice crispies and they are a favorite food memory. This Christmas I finally made her version but next year I'l be making yours! Thanks.
oishiifood — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Delicious! Rice Krispy treats were definitely a part of my childhood and sometimes my mom would mix peanut butter into them, and/or top with chocolate. Love the pics too!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Aww, thanks everyone, you truly know how to make a gal's day!@Roxan, I got a Nikon D3100. I'm still just fumbling around with it, I need to learn more!
Jennifurla — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Great pics, lloks like your new camera agrees with you! Lovely treats, a step above the normal. happy Wednesday to you too!
Bridget — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Cara, your photos are fantastic! And these are the fanciest rice krispy treats I've ever seen. I definitely want to make them.
Joanne — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
These are just beautiful Cara! And photos – bestill my heart!
Elle — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Whoa-these look completely addictive! Your grandma knew what she was doing when she snagged this recipe from the bag. Love them! Oh, and love the photos, too! Stumbled. 🙂
Lisa — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing a new variation. They look fabulous!
Shawnda — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Those sound like some awesome rice krispie treats! PS – One of our 'treasured family recipes' also came off the side of a box of dates 30+ years ago 🙂
Roxan — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Wow, great photos! what kind of camera did you get? I have a canon rebel but I have no idea how to use it so I just use the auto setting. Great use of my money right? Anyways, awesome awesome rice krispie treats, and love the chocolate layer in the middle.
Emily @ A Cambridge Story — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
I had to check out these rice krispie treats after seeing them on other cookie swap recaps! Glad to know about yet another Boston blogger's site and look forward to coming back 🙂
Shanon — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
love the pics!!! the butterscotch sounds wonderful. i think i've had a version of these, but with just chocolate and peanut butter. these look even better!!
luisa — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
muy rico y muy buenas fotos. Saludos.
Elina — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Pretty pictures! Good job :)I can second the fact that these are crack-alicious. LOVED them. Definitely saving the recipe because I know I'll be making them some day!!Have you entered my giveaway yet?
Dawn — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
I have a feeling these would be deadly if I got my hands on them. I see you are getting a hang of your new camera. I love the shallow depth of field! They looka amazing.
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
muchas gracias!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
thanks Lisa!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Thanks for the stumble love, Elle!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
hehe. But what are you supposed to do with stale cereal besides make rice krispie treats? kidding, I bought fresh ones for these 🙂
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
Do it! These travel and keep well too… that is, if they last beyond an hour 🙂
kiramay — March 28, 2011 @ 8:42 pm
The new commenting platform looks great! As do these treats. Now to find someone to take the rest of them once I make them…
Shannon — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
loving these photos 🙂 and these krispie treats? they will be my go-to from now on!! thanks for sharing with us!
Kimmy Bingham — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Oh Cara – chocolate and butterscotch – I love it. Sounds like you guys had a great time!
Rachel — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Oh my gosh. I have to send something to work with my husband on Saturday and I am so making these. They look amazing and will be a big hit, I'm sure! The pictures look incredible, too.
Krystal — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
I was waiting on this recipe from your awesome blogger cookie meet-up! These sound and look utterly delicious. I'm totally jealous of the fancy new camera, you got skills!! Can't wait to make these babies!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks for stopping by! Always nice to meet other Boston area food bloggers 🙂
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Joanne, when you like my photos, I feel beyond flattered… <3
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks Jennifer, I am definitely enjoying playing with the new camera 🙂
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
we did! wish you could have been there 🙂
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks for the rec! Yes, you would be wise to share… these are dangerous 😉
Lara @GoodCookDoris — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
They look beautiful!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks Jen!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks Jen!
Kathleen Gardner Pietrovito — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
They look just as good as they taste!
Kathleen Gardner Pietrovito — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
They look just as good as they taste!
Cara — March 28, 2011 @ 8:50 pm
Thanks Kate 🙂 and thanks for testing out the FB log-in, I'm so glad it works, and that I can reply to comments now – more interaction with my readers is always a good thing!
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
But if you just click on the link from your Google Reader, can you see the full post from your phone?
Kristie Ott Boodell — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
LOVE the "stuff I really should not be eating" label. These are on my must make list.
Julie — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Yeah, those wouldn't last long around here.
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Thanks Jen!
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Thanks for the rec! Yes, you would be wise to share… these are dangerous 😉
Lara @GoodCookDoris — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
They look beautiful!
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Thanks for the stumble love, Elle!
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
thanks Lisa!
Cara — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Thanks for stopping by! Always nice to meet other Boston area food bloggers 🙂
kayakjenn — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
My aunt made a version of these that only had one layer of rice crispies and they are a favorite food memory. This Christmas I finally made her version but next year I'l be making yours! Thanks.
Rachel — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Oh my gosh. I have to send something to work with my husband on Saturday and I am so making these. They look amazing and will be a big hit, I'm sure! The pictures look incredible, too.
Jennifurla — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Great pics, lloks like your new camera agrees with you! Lovely treats, a step above the normal. happy Wednesday to you too!
Bridget — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
Cara, your photos are fantastic! And these are the fanciest rice krispy treats I've ever seen. I definitely want to make them.
Joanne — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
These are just beautiful Cara! And photos – bestill my heart!
Lisa — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing a new variation. They look fabulous!
Dawn — March 29, 2011 @ 2:05 am
I have a feeling these would be deadly if I got my hands on them. I see you are getting a hang of your new camera. I love the shallow depth of field! They looka amazing.
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks Jen!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
But if you just click on the link from your Google Reader, can you see the full post from your phone?
Kathleen Gardner Pietrovito — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
They look just as good as they taste!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks Jen!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
muchas gracias!
Elina — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Pretty pictures! Good job :)I can second the fact that these are crack-alicious. LOVED them. Definitely saving the recipe because I know I'll be making them some day!!Have you entered my giveaway yet?
Emily @ A Cambridge Story — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
I had to check out these rice krispie treats after seeing them on other cookie swap recaps! Glad to know about yet another Boston blogger's site and look forward to coming back 🙂
Lisa — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing a new variation. They look fabulous!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Aww, thanks everyone, you truly know how to make a gal's day!@Roxan, I got a Nikon D3100. I'm still just fumbling around with it, I need to learn more!
kayakjenn — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
My aunt made a version of these that only had one layer of rice crispies and they are a favorite food memory. This Christmas I finally made her version but next year I'l be making yours! Thanks.
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks Jen!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks for the rec! Yes, you would be wise to share… these are dangerous 😉
kiramay — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
The new commenting platform looks great! As do these treats. Now to find someone to take the rest of them once I make them…
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks Jennifer, I am definitely enjoying playing with the new camera 🙂
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks for the stumble love, Elle!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Thanks for stopping by! Always nice to meet other Boston area food bloggers 🙂
Shannon — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
loving these photos 🙂 and these krispie treats? they will be my go-to from now on!! thanks for sharing with us!
Cara — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
Aww, thanks everyone, you truly know how to make a gal's day!@Roxan, I got a Nikon D3100. I'm still just fumbling around with it, I need to learn more!
That Girl — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
I recently made the plain old fashioned rice krispie treats, and they were better than I remembered. The hubs said its because I didn't use stale cereal.
Joanne — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
These are just beautiful Cara! And photos – bestill my heart!
Lisa — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing a new variation. They look fabulous!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
I had to check out these rice krispie treats after seeing them on other cookie swap recaps! Glad to know about yet another Boston blogger's site and look forward to coming back 🙂
luisa — April 5, 2011 @ 1:16 am
muy rico y muy buenas fotos. Saludos.
Kodi — December 11, 2011 @ 9:50 pm
I was cruising the net looking for exactly this recipe. Like you said, It's your GRANDMA's recipe not your moms. My grandmother gave me the recipe begore she passed and we recently moved, and you guessed it, my box of recipes from grandma and some others have dissappeared. THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!!!!
Candy Olesen — January 6, 2013 @ 7:19 pm
OMG! You are the first person that I have found that knows this recipe also! This has been a family favorite of mine since I was a littl girl. I’m not sure where my Mom found the recipe, but I’ve made it for tons of family (in-laws) and friends and no one else has ever heard of them. The ONLY rice krispie treats I make in my family! Thanks for sharing!
Cara — January 6, 2013 @ 8:54 pm
And you are the first person I’ve met that knows this recipe! Who knows why it’s such a secret. Everyone else is missing out! (But they are so good that now I have friends making them for their families too!)
LInda — February 3, 2019 @ 1:34 pm
Finding this recipe made me so happy!! My grandmother made these my whole childhood but when she passed away, no one had the recipe. Thank you!!