Description
These Butterscotch Pumpkin Cheerio Treat Bars combine the warm, cozy flavors of fall with a delightful crunch. Featuring pumpkin spice Cheerios, butterscotch chips, and a smooth white chocolate cinnamon drizzle, these bars are an easy no-bake treat perfect for autumn gatherings or a sweet snack anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mix
- 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
White Chocolate Drizzle
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Melt Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, light corn syrup, butter, and miniature marshmallows. Microwave on high in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each, for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add Pumpkin Pie Spice: Stir in the pumpkin pie spice evenly into the melted mixture to infuse seasonal flavor throughout.
- Mix in Cheerios: Quickly fold in the 6 cups of Pumpkin Spice Cheerios, ensuring each piece is well coated with the butterscotch mixture.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press it down firmly using a spoon or lightly spray your hands with cooking spray and press evenly to create a compact layer.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a small bowl, microwave white chocolate chips at 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until smooth. Stir in cinnamon to add a subtle warmth.
- Add White Chocolate Topping: Spread the melted white chocolate evenly over the pressed bars. Alternatively, place the white chocolate in a plastic bag, snip a corner, and drizzle it decoratively over the bars.
- Set Bars: Refrigerate the bars for about 1 hour or until they are firm and set completely.
- Serve and Store: Slice into 24 bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For easier removal, line the pan with parchment paper before spraying.
- Use light corn syrup to ensure a chewy texture; substitute with golden syrup if unavailable but expect a slight flavor difference.
- You can substitute regular marshmallows if miniature ones are not available, but measurement should remain the same.
- To make drizzling easier, ensure white chocolate is smooth and slightly cooled but still pourable.
- Store bars in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator to prevent melting of the white chocolate topping.
- Double the recipe for larger batches, adjusting pan size accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
