Butterscotch Squares

Treat yourself to the rich, buttery decadence of these irresistible Butterscotch Squares—a quick and easy dessert perfect for any occasion! Made with a luscious blend of melted butter, light brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these squares boast an indulgently soft and chewy texture that’s studded with sweet butterscotch chips and optional crunchy pecans or walnuts for added depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a breeze to whip up, requiring only pantry essentials like flour, baking powder, and salt. Whether you're baking for a party, gifting friends, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, these golden, flavor-packed bars are sure to leave everyone asking for seconds. Don't forget to serve them slightly warm for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 piece large egg
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup butterscotch chips
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Fold in the butterscotch chips and chopped nuts (if using).

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the pan cool on a wire rack before slicing into squares.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your delicious butterscotch squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	422.4 grams (422.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1833

Total Fat 92.80g	119%
Saturated Fat 33.20g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 310mg	103%
Sodium 945mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 260.20g	95%
Dietary Fiber 6.00g	21%
Total Sugars 252.40g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 205mg	16%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 566mg	12%

*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: 2.6%

Carbs: 54.0%