Delish Butterscotch Bar Recipes
Oh, the sweet, gooey magic of butterscotch bars! If you’ve ever wanted to feel like a baking superstar while simultaneously keeping your sanity, these bars are your answer. They’re the perfect blend of buttery goodness and sweet nostalgia, with a crunch that could make even the most stoic person lose their composure. Honestly, they might just be the solution to all of life’s problems—like when your kid decides to paint the dog with peanut butter instead of using a brush. Yes, that was a Tuesday in our house.
Now, let me tell you about my husband’s brilliant idea of “helping” in the kitchen while I was making these butterscotch bars. Picture this: I’m blissfully beating butter and sugars together when he strolls in, thinking he’s Gordon Ramsay. One misread recipe later, and we ended up with a kitchen explosion that looked like a baking war zone. Flour in the hair? Check. Butterscotch splattered everywhere? Double check. Thank goodness for these bars—the real MVP of that chaotic day!
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Why You’ll Love This Delish Butterscotch Bar Recipes
– Because anything that requires a stick of butter is already a win in my book!
– It follows the “why choose one dessert when you can have them all?” logic.
– They’re super easy, unlike my baking attempts that have left smoke alarms singing.
– Let’s be honest: they’re the perfect excuse to eat dessert for breakfast. You’re welcome!
Time-Saving Hacks
– Use microwave butter for a “who has time to wait for butter to soften?” moment.
– Don’t have a whisk? Use a fork. Just pretend you’re going for a rustic vibe.
– I mean, just line your pan with foil—now you can avoid scrubbing. Who does that?
– Feel free to borrow someone’s kid to do the mixing while you “supervise.”
Serving Ideas
– Pair these delicious bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream because, let’s face it, vanilla is just the fancy way of saying “I’m too tired to come up with an actual flavor.”
– A drizzle of chocolate sauce? Now we’re just showing off, but do it.
– Serve with a strong coffee—because sometimes you need caffeine to handle the sugar high.
– For that extra dramatic flair, scream “I need a vacation!” every time you reach for a bar.
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
– Remember, there’s no such thing as too much butterscotch. Go ahead, live a little!
– If your bars crumble, just call them “rustic” and start a new trend.
Storage Tips
Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh. If there’s no chance of leftovers, just stare mournfully at the empty pan and wish for more.
Variations and Substitutions
Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, cooking oil ↔ the tears from your last baking fail, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts. Remember, it’s all about the sweet end goal, folks!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Delish Butterscotch Bar Recipes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
- 1.5 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 0.75 cup chopped pecans optional
- 0.25 teaspoon flaky sea salt optional, for finishing
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides. Lightly grease.
- In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and glossy, about 1 minute.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla until fully combined and slightly thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and fold just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the butterscotch chips and pecans (if using).
- Scrape the thick batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely on a wire rack. Use the parchment overhang to lift out, then cut into 16 bars. Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
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Planning to try this recipe soon? Pin it for a quick find later!
Delish Butterscotch Bar Recipes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
- 1.5 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 0.75 cup chopped pecans optional
- 0.25 teaspoon flaky sea salt optional, for finishing
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides. Lightly grease.
- In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and glossy, about 1 minute.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla until fully combined and slightly thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and fold just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the butterscotch chips and pecans (if using).
- Scrape the thick batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely on a wire rack. Use the parchment overhang to lift out, then cut into 16 bars. Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days.