Butterscotch Fruit Nut Bars

Indulge in the sweet and nutty decadence of Butterscotch Fruit Nut Bars, a delightful treat that combines the rich caramel notes of butterscotch chips with the chewy sweetness of mixed dried fruits and the satisfying crunch of chopped nuts. These easy-to-make dessert bars feature a base of buttery brown sugar batter enhanced with vanilla for a warm, comforting flavor profile. Perfect for bake sales, tea-time snacks, or holiday indulgence, these bars bake to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Packed with wholesome ingredients like raisins, cranberries, pecans, and more, they’re a symphony of textures in every bite. Treat your family and friends to this dessert bar recipe that seamlessly blends simplicity with irresistible taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1.5 cups light brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• 1 cup mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, apricots)
• 0.75 cup chopped mixed nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts, almonds)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from the heat and stir in the brown sugar until completely dissolved.

Step 3

Allow the butter-sugar mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick batter forms.

Step 6

Fold in the butterscotch chips, dried fruits, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your Butterscotch Fruit Nut Bars as a sweet snack or dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1364 grams (1364.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5995

Total Fat 291.60g	374%
Saturated Fat 150.30g	752%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 898mg	299%
Sodium 3521mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 793.50g	289%
Dietary Fiber 24.20g	86%
Total Sugars 538.80g
Protein 66.30g	133%

Vitamin D 118IU	589%
Calcium 629mg	48%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 2800mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.3%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 52.3%