Old Fashioned Butterscotch Bars
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4.6
Old Fashioned Butterscotch Bars
Description
This recipe for Old Fashioned Butterscotch Bars starts by creaming softened salted butter with light brown sugar until smooth. Vanilla extract and eggs are added to create a moist, flavorful base. Dry ingredients including all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt are mixed in thoroughly, followed by folding in butterscotch chips that melt slightly and add bursts of sweetness during baking.
The batter is spread evenly in a parchment-lined 9x13 inch pan and baked at 350°F until set in the center, roughly 30 to 35 minutes. The bars should be cut while still warm to avoid crumbling. Cooling completely allows them to develop a balanced chewy and soft texture with a buttery butterscotch sweetness throughout.
These bars can be served as a dessert or snack and are easy to portion for gatherings. Optional additions such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips can be folded in for variation.
Leftover bars store well at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days. Refer to incorporated tips for additional variations and handling.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter softened, 4 ounces, salted
- 2 cups light brown sugar 400 grams
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 10 grams
- 2 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 260 grams
- 2 teaspoons baking powder 8 grams
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 grams
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray, then line with a piece of parchment paper. Spray the top of the paper with cooking spray as well.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer. Add the vanilla and eggs to the butter mixture. Mix well. 1/2 cup salted butter, 2 cups light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 2 large eggs
- Add the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well. 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fold in the butterscotch chips. 1 cup butterscotch chips
- Spread the cookie dough in the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bars are set in the middle. Cut the bars with a plastic knife while they are still warm.
Notes
- Calories are estimated based on cutting the batch into 15 bars; one serving corresponds to one bar.
- Optional add-ins include chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, white or chocolate chips, or a dash of cinnamon for added flavor.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 66g | |
| Calories | 282kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 236IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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