Description
These Trisha Yearwood Butterscotch Bars are rich, buttery, and loaded with sweet butterscotch chips. Soft and chewy with a golden crust, they make a perfect dessert or snack for any occasion. Easy to prepare, this classic recipe combines the warmth of brown sugar and vanilla with the distinct flavor of butterscotch for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sugars
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure full incorporation. Then stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning agents.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
- Add Butterscotch Chips: Fold in the butterscotch chips gently with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Bake: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to set properly before cutting into squares for serving.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth and creamy batter.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to prevent tough bars.
- Use parchment paper for easier removal and cleaning.
- Cool bars completely before cutting to help them hold their shape.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Butterscotch Bars, Trisha Yearwood, Dessert Bars, Easy Baking, Butterscotch Chips, Brown Sugar Bars, American Dessert
