Description
Butterscotch Pumpkin Cheerio Treat Bars combine the cozy flavors of butterscotch, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon with crunchy Pumpkin Spice Cheerios and melty marshmallows. These no-bake bars are easy to prepare and perfect for fall snacking or dessert, featuring a sweet white chocolate drizzle for an extra festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 11 oz. bag (about 1 ½ cups) butterscotch chips
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 6 cups Pumpkin Spice Cheerios
Topping
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Melt butterscotch mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, light corn syrup, butter, and miniature marshmallows. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add pumpkin pie spice: Stir the ½ teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice into the melted mixture until evenly incorporated to infuse the bars with warm fall flavors.
- Mix in Cheerios: Quickly add the 6 cups of Pumpkin Spice Cheerios to the bowl and stir thoroughly to coat all the cereal evenly with the butterscotch mixture.
- Press the mixture into the pan: Transfer the coated cereals to the prepared pan and press down firmly using a spoon or hands lightly sprayed with cooking spray to ensure the bars hold together.
- Melt white chocolate topping: In a small bowl, microwave the white chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon to add a hint of spice.
- Drizzle or spread topping: Evenly spread or drizzle the melted white chocolate cinnamon mixture over the pressed bars. Use a spoon or place the chocolate in a plastic bag with a snipped corner to create a drizzle effect.
- Chill bars: Refrigerate the bars for about one hour, or until firm, to allow them to set properly.
- Slice and serve: Cut into 24 bars once chilled and firm. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Ensure to stir the melting butterscotch mixture regularly to avoid burning.
- Lightly spraying your spoon or hands before pressing the mixture helps prevent sticking.
- For an extra festive touch, you can sprinkle a little extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon on top after drizzling the white chocolate.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
- These bars are perfect for fall-themed parties and holiday treats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
