Super Special Special K Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Super Special Special K Bars—a no-bake treat that's as easy to make as it is to devour! This classic recipe combines the satisfying crunch of Special K cereal with the creamy richness of peanut butter and the perfect balance of sweetness from granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Topped with a velvety layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips, these bars are an indulgent dessert bursting with nostalgic flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make an ideal choice for quick snacks, potlucks, or after-dinner treats. Plus, with no oven required, they’re perfect for any season. Get ready to wow your taste buds with the ultimate sweet-and-salty combination!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil and the sugar has dissolved completely. Do not overcook, as this can make the bars too hard.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the creamy peanut butter until smooth and well combined.
Add the Special K cereal to the saucepan, gently folding it into the peanut butter mixture until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it into an even layer, taking care not to compact it too much.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the cereal layer in the pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the bars to cool at room temperature until the topping is set, or refrigerate for faster setting (about 1 hour).
Once set, cut into 16 squares or desired portions and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.1 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.7 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2069 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 528.7 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 429.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.2 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2382 mg | 51% | |
*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.
