Scotcheroos are a popular dessert in the Midwest made with peanut butter Rice Krispies Treats and a layer of chocolate and butterscotch.
Using corn syrup, creamy peanut butter, and a combination of vanilla extract and salt create the perfect texture and balance of sweetness in scotcheroos.
Shrimp in Vanilla Sauce From Papantla
Vanilla is not just a dessert ingredient in Papantla, Mexico, but is also used in savory dishes.
Local chef Irma Cortés Ramírez created a Shrimp in Vanilla Sauce dish that is popular at her restaurant.