I often test new recipes in my kitchen and whenever I have a great one, I can't wait to share it with you! These Butterscotch Brownies are easy to make and are perfect for when you're looking for something a bit different.
Easy butterscotch bars
Butterscotch bars or butterscotch brownies (either name works) are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. Everything is mixed together in just one bowl and then baked in a pan. Once the bars are cooled, slice into any size you'd like.
These bars are perfect served for dessert, but they also pack up nicely for a road trip or picnic. I brought several bars camping with us and they were such a delicious treat. They'd also be great for packing for school (or work) lunches!
The rich butterscotch flavor and chewy texture make these bars irresistible, and they are sure to become a family favorite. Try them out and watch them disappear!
Ingredients for butterscotch brownies
- Butterscotch Chips - Find in the baking aisle next to chocolate chips. In a pinch, if all you had were chocolate chips, those would work too.
- Butter - Use room-temperature salted butter.
- Brown Sugar - The deep molasses flavor of brown sugar helps add to the butterscotch flavor.
- Eggs - It's helpful if the eggs are at room temperature. Try to pull out of the fridge about 20-30 minutes before you begin.
- Pecans - Add great flavor and texture. You can also use walnuts or omit them altogether.
- Vanilla - Use real vanilla, not imitation
How to make butterscotch bars
- Preheat your oven to 350° F.
- Spray or line a 9 x 13" baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter until soft and creamy, 2-3 minutes.
- Add brown sugar and mix well.
- Add vanilla.
- Stir in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg.
- Add flour to bowl and sprinkle baking powder and salt over the top of the flour. Mix well.
- Measure out one cup of butterscotch chips and set aside. Add remaining butterscotch chips and chopped pecans the the mixing bowl.. Use a large silicone spatula or spoon to fold everything together.
- Place in pan and spread so the batter is evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle with the butterscotch chips you set aside.
- Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool before slicing.
Butterscotch bars recipe tips
- Lining the pan with parchment paper is optional. If not using parchment, spray your pan with nonstick spray.
- Make certain your butter is softened.
- Fold in the chips and pecans with a large spoon or spatula.
- Place reserved butterscotch chips on top of the dough. You could also add a few chocolate chips as well.
- Bars are best sliced after they have cooled.
- Place fully cooled bars in an airtight container and store at room temperature for 3-4 days.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, these bars can be frozen. Allow bars to fully cool, then slice into individual pieces. Place in a freezer-safe container and freeze.
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Butterscotch Brownies Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (salted, at room temperature)
- 2 ¼ cups brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 3 eggs
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 bag butterscotch chips (11 ounce bag)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350° F.
- Spray a 9 x 13" baking pan with parchment paper. You can also line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal from the pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter until soft and creamy, 2-3 minutes.1 cup butter
- Add brown sugar and mix well.2 ¼ cups brown sugar
- Add vanilla.1 tablespoon vanilla
- Stir in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg.3 eggs
- Add flour to bowl and sprinkle baking powder and salt over the top of the flour. Mix well.2 ½ cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
- Measure out one cup of butterscotch chips and set aside. Add remaining butterscotch chips and chopped pecans the the mixing bowl.. Use a large silicone spatula or spoon to fold everything together.1 bag butterscotch chips, 1 cup pecans
- Place in pan and spread so the batter is evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle with the butterscotch chips you set aside.
- Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Lining the pan with parchment paper is optional. If not using parchment, spray your pan with nonstick spray.
- Make certain your butter is softened.
- Fold in the chips and pecans with a large spoon or spatula.
- Place reserved butterscotch chips on top of the dough. You could also add a few chocolate chips as well.
- Bars are best sliced after they have cooled.
- Place fully cooled bars in an airtight container and store at room temperature for 3-4 days.
Nutritional Disclaimer:
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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