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Butterscotch Bars

Irresistibly Easy Butterscotch Bars to Sweeten Your Day

These Butterscotch Bars offer a quick, delightful dessert that's perfect for sharing and packed with rich flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Bars

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour helps create the perfect structure and texture for your bars.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure your bars rise beautifully.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances the sweet flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened) adds creaminess.
  • 2 cups light brown sugar (packed) gives bars their butterscotch flavor.
  • 2 large eggs provide richness.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract infuses aroma.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) adds crunch.

For the Glaze

  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted for texture.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar enhances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract deepens flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional) boosts creaminess.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
  • If using nuts, fold them into the batter now.
  • Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • For the glaze, melt butter and brown sugar, then stir in vanilla and cream if using.
  • Pour the warm glaze over baked bars and allow to cool before slicing.

Notes

These bars are perfect for potlucks, customizable with your favorite nuts, and the warm glaze enhances their flavor. Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Butterscotch Bars, Easy Dessert, family dessert, homemade sweets, potluck treat, quick recipe
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