Butterscotch Nut Bars

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of homemade Butterscotch Nut Bars, a blissful combination of buttery richness, caramelized sweetness, and nutty crunch. These easy-to-make dessert bars feature a moist and chewy base packed with decadent butterscotch chips and toasted pecans or walnuts, baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. With a quick prep time of only 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for sharing at potlucks, holiday gatherings, or as an everyday snack. Elevate your dessert game with these sweet and satisfying bars that strike the perfect balance of texture and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• 0.75 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts, toasted if preferred)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the butterscotch chips and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to smooth the top.

Step 8

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cool, cut into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	642.2 grams (642.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2918

Total Fat 157.70g	202%
Saturated Fat 74.30g	372%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 310mg	103%
Sodium 1377mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 338.90g	123%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 182.70g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 795mg	17%

*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: 48.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 46.3%