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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup miniature candy coated chocolate baking bits
- 1-1/3 cups rice cereal squares
- 1 cup peanuts
- 2/3 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Preparation:
In 1 quart jar, place 1/3 cup coated chocolate baking bits. Top with a layer of waxed paper or parchment paper. Place cereal squares and peanuts in layers on top. Then top with 1/2 cup chocolate chips and butterscotch chips, packing down lightly so everything fits in the jar. Cover tightly and store in cool dry place. Label with these instructions.Instructions:
Chocolate Crunch
1/4 cup peanut butter
Container of Chocolate Crunch in a Jar
In medium saucepan, combine 1/4 cup peanut butter with chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth. Remove from heat and add cereal squares and peanuts. Drop by tablespoons onto parchment paper lined cookie sheets, then sprinkle with remaining baking bits in the jar that are under the parchment paper. Chill 10-15 minutes until set. 20 candies
