Butterscotch Salted Peanut Bars

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with these irresistible Butterscotch Salted Peanut Bars. Packed with gooey butterscotch chips and crunchy salted peanuts, these bars deliver a harmony of textures and flavors in every bite. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under half an hour. A sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top adds an optional gourmet touch, making these bars an ideal treat for everything from bake sales to casual snacking. With their irresistible combination of sweet, salty, chewy, and crunchy, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser your whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 120 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams light brown sugar
• 1 piece large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 150 grams butterscotch chips
• 100 grams salted peanuts, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stove. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk in the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until well combined and smooth.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture. Whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until the batter comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Stir the butterscotch chips and roughly chopped salted peanuts into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread it evenly with the spatula.

Step 9

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown. The center should be slightly soft but not wet.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle with a pinch of coarse sea salt, if desired. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.

Step 11

Once cooled, cut into 16 squares or your preferred size, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	710.2 grams (710.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3273

Total Fat 188.80g	242%
Saturated Fat 93.90g	470%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 452mg	151%
Sodium 4073mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 366.50g	133%
Dietary Fiber 10.40g	37%
Total Sugars 235.30g
Protein 49.60g	99%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 274mg	21%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1047mg	22%

*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: 50.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 43.6%