Snickers Special-K Bars

Ingredients:

• Bars:
• 6 cups Special K cereal
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped peanuts (optional for extra crunch)
• Topping:
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan:

• Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper.

1. Make the Base:

• In a large saucepan, combine sugar and light corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
• Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
• Fold in Special K cereal and chopped peanuts (if using) until evenly coated.

1. Press the Mixture:

• Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking pan. Press it firmly and evenly into the pan using a spatula or your hands.

1. Prepare the Topping:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, milk chocolate chips, heavy cream, and unsalted butter.
• Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is melted and smooth.

1. Apply the Topping:

• Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal base. Spread it evenly with a spatula.

1. Cool and Set:

• Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the topping is firm.

1. Serve:

• Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.

Enjoy your enhanced Snickers Special-K Bars!