Chewy Butterscotch Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly Chewy Butterscotch Bars, a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Bursting with the rich, caramel-like flavor of butterscotch chips and perfectly balanced by the creamy sweetness of melted butter and brown sugar, these bars boast a soft and chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Whipped up in just 15 minutes of prep time, this simple but decadent recipe layers pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and vanilla extract with a buttery butterscotch base for a dessert that's destined to become a household favorite. Perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or a cozy afternoon snack, these golden-brown bars are best enjoyed fresh but can also be stored for days of delightful snacking. Treat yourself to the ultimate homemade comfort with these classic butterscotch dessert bars!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups butterscotch chips
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, remove it from the heat and stir in the light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Allow the butter-sugar mixture to cool slightly, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the butterscotch chips, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, cut into 16 squares or bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.9 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.5 g | 528% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3068 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 821.3 g | 299% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 581.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.4 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1199 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
