Fudgy Butterscotch Bars
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Fudgy Butterscotch Bars—a sweet treat that's perfect for any dessert lover! These bars are irresistibly moist with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, thanks to the combination of melted butter and a duo of brown and granulated sugars. Bursting with the warm, caramelized flavors of butterscotch chips and the optional addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips for a subtle contrast, this recipe is simple yet impressive. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden baked finish, these easy-to-make bars are ideal for everything from bake sales to cozy gatherings. Enjoy them at room temperature or slightly warmed for an extra gooey bite, and don’t forget—they stay fresh in an airtight container for up to five days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 piece large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cup butterscotch chips
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the light brown sugar and granulated sugar until fully dissolved and smooth. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Gradually pour the cooled butter-sugar mixture into the bowl, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the butterscotch chips and, if desired, the semi-sweet chocolate chips for an extra layer of flavor.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares or bars.
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.4 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.4 g | 627% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2830 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 993.1 g | 361% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 741.3 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 678 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1487 mg | 32% | |
*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.
