Butterscotch Bars – Sweet, Chewy & Perfectly Buttery
Indulge in these Butterscotch Bars – chewy, buttery, and packed with rich butterscotch flavor! Easy to make and perfect for dessert, snack time, or sharing with friends and family. A crowd-pleasing treat that melts in your mouth with every bite.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wire cooling rack
- Knife or bench scraper for slicing
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts/pecans), ½ cup chocolate chips, or sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and mix with brown sugar and vanilla until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Combine dry ingredients: whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients until a thick batter forms. Avoid over-mixing.
- Fold in butterscotch chips and optional add-ins gently.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Cool on a wire rack. Lift from pan using parchment and cut into bars.
Notes
- Texture tips: For chewy bars, slightly underbake; for crispier edges, bake a few minutes longer.
- Brown butter: Enhances nutty depth of flavor.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days; freeze up to 3 months.
- Add-ins: Nuts, chocolate, or sea salt elevate flavor and texture.
- Cutting bars: Cool completely to prevent crumbling; use a sharp knife for neat squares.