Description
These Butterscotch Bars with Butterscotch Chips are soft, chewy, and packed with rich caramel flavor in every bite. With a simple brown sugar cookie base and melty butterscotch chips, this easy dessert comes together quickly and is perfect for potlucks, lunchboxes, or anytime you need a fast, satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Add dry ingredients: Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
4️⃣ Fold in chips: Gently mix in the butterscotch chips.
5️⃣ Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool and slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
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For extra chewiness, don’t overbake—remove from the oven when the center is just set.
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Mix it up: Add chopped nuts or swirl in a bit of peanut butter for a tasty twist.
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Storage tip: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min