{a school lunch treat}

School started for us yesterday, and we are now in the mode of making school lunches. I like to send a little treat in with them, and one of their favorites is O Henry Bars. They are delicious, easy-to-make, and perfect to tuck inside a lunch box or paper bag.

After I make a batch, I like to cut them in to 2x2 inch-ish squares, wrap them in plastic wrap, and tie them with a cute ribbon. Then I can place them in a basket in the pantry, and they're ready for packing!

O Henry Bars


1 c. sugar
1 c. Karo syrup
2 c. peanut butter
5 c. Rice Krispies
6 oz. chocolate chips (1/2 bag)
6 oz. butterscotch chips (1/2 bag)

Bring the sugar and Karo syrup to a boil, then remove from the stove. Add the peanut butter, and mix well. Stir in the Rice Krispies. Pour the mixture into a greased (or sprayed with cooking spray) 9 x 13 pan. Combine the butterscotch and chocolate chips in a glass bowl. You can use a double boiler to melt them, or the microwave. Place the bowl in the microwave for 30 second intervals, stirring in between. It usually takes me about 1 minute total, to get them melted enough to spread. Be careful--they can scorch if in too long. Once it's melted, spread over the top of the Rice Krispie mixture. Chill until set, then cut into bars. Yum!