Scotcheroo Popcorn is a sweet and salty snack that combines buttery popcorn with a gooey mixture of peanut butter, chocolate, and butterscotch, creating a crave-worthy treat that’s both crunchy and indulgent!

My Chex Scotcheroos are a fun take on the classic scotcheroos recipe too! Swapping out the usual rice krispies cereal for rice chex makes them even crunchier! By not pressing them into a pan, they stay extra chewy too.

Why you’ll love this recipe:

Popcorn is a classic snack—light, airy, and perfect for munching on during a movie night or casual gathering. But what if you could elevate this humble treat into something indulgent, sweet, and salty all at once? Enter Scotcheroo Popcorn: the snack that combines the best of both worlds in one irresistible mix.

If you’ve ever tasted a Scotcheroo—the classic peanut butter and butterscotch treat with a Rice Krispies base—you know how dangerously addictive they can be. But what if you could take that beloved flavor combination and give it a fun twist? Enter Scotcheroo Popcorn—a snack that combines the best elements of the traditional Scotcheroo with the light, airy crunch of popcorn. It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and chewy all at once—making it a crowd favorite and a snack you’ll want to make again and again!

If you grew up loving Scotcheroos, this popcorn version will feel like a fun, modern twist on a classic treat. It brings the same nostalgic flavors you know and love, but with a fresh and easy-to-serve format. It’s a great way to introduce a beloved snack to new generations or to share something comforting with friends and family.

Ingredients you’ll need:

Microwave popcorn
Microwave popcorn- popped
Creamy peanut butter
Light corn syrup
Granulated sugar
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Butterscotch chips
Vegetable oil

Not everyone has time to bake elaborate desserts, but Scotcheroo Popcorn doesn’t require much effort. It’s made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry—popcorn, peanut butter, chocolate, and butterscotch chips. All you need to do is melt the ingredients, pour them over the popcorn, and let it cool. No baking, no complicated steps, just pure deliciousness in minutes!

Scotcheroo Popcorn is a snack that disappears as quickly as you make it. Whether you’re serving it at a party, bringing it to a potluck, or making it for a casual movie night, this snack is always a hit. Its sweet-and-salty nature makes it universally loved, and it’s easy to make in large batches. It’s the kind of treat that’s perfect for sharing—if you can resist eating it all yourself!

The reason Scotcheroo Popcorn has become a go-to recipe for so many people is its irresistible flavor balance. The salty, crunchy popcorn acts as the perfect base for the sweet and creamy peanut butter, the smooth butterscotch, and the rich chocolate. It’s the kind of flavor combo that satisfies every craving—sweet, salty, nutty, and chocolaty. You’ll find yourself reaching for just one more handful, and then another… and another!

How to make the best Scotcheroo Popcorn:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, then pour your popped popcorn into a large mixing bowl, making sure to remove any unpopped kernels, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, corn syrup, and sugar. Stir over medium low heat, for 2-3 minutes or until melted and smooth, but not boiling.
Quickly pour the peanut butter mixture into the bowl of popcorn and mix to coat the popcorn evenly, then transfer the popcorn onto your prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
In a microwave safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and vegetable oil, then microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in-between, until melted and smooth.
Transfer the melted chocolate into a ziploc bag, cut off one end, then drizzle the melted chocolate on top of the popcorn.
Let the chocolate set completely before breaking up the popcorn and enjoying!

If you’ve ever had Scotcheroos, you’ll already know just how addictive they can be. Now imagine that same delicious flavor combination, but with popcorn instead of rice cereal. The result? A crunchy, chewy, and utterly delicious snack that you’ll want to keep on hand at all times.

Scotcheroo Popcorn combines all the best flavors: the rich creaminess of peanut butter, the sweetness of butterscotch, and the indulgent melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. When you add the popcorn’s salty crunch into the mix, you get a snack that’s totally addictive. It hits every craving—sweet, salty, a little bit chewy and crunchy. Who can resist that combo?

Scotcheroo Popcorn is the snack you didn’t know you needed but won’t be able to resist once you’ve tried it. Whether it’s for a party, a movie night, or just an afternoon treat, this sweet and salty popcorn is guaranteed to impress. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe will quickly become a go-to in your snack rotation!

My top tips:

POPCORN: You’ll need roughly 10 cups of popcorn for this recipe- but it’s up to you how you pop it. Feel free to pop your own using about 1/2 cup kernels, use a microwave bag, or buy pre-popped popcorn. Just be sure to remove any unpopped kernels
PEANUT BUTTER COATING: The most common reason for hard scotcheroo popcorn is overboiling of the peanut butter mixture. You do NOT need to bring the mixture to a boil. It just needs to be warm, smooth, and easily pourable.
MOVE QUICKLY: Once the peanut butter mixture is done cooking on the stove, you’ll need to move quickly to coat the popcorn before the coating begins to cool and set up. I like using a rubber spatula to mix/coat the popcorn to avoid crushing it too much.
CHOCOLATE: It’s important to heat the chocolate in 30 second intervals because it can burn and seize easily. It’s hard to reverse clumpy chocolate, so I recommend watching it closely! You can also use a double boiler here instead of the microwave.
DRIZZLING: I find it helpful to transfer the melted chocolate into a Ziploc bag before cutting off one end and drizzling. This makes the chocolate drizzle more evenly and keeps things mess free.
CHILLING: You can let the chocolate drizzle set at room temperature, but it will take longer for the chocolate to fully harden. To speed up the process, feel free to place the popcorn in the fridge for 30 minutes to set the chocolate drizzle.
STORING: This is one of those recipes that tastes best day of so that the popcorn doesn’t become stale and lose its crunchy texture. Leftovers will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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