Trisha Yearwood’s Butterscotch Bars
Trisha Yearwood’s Butterscotch Bars are a sweet and chewy delight that combines the rich, caramel-like flavor of butterscotch with a perfectly moist and tender crumb.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or hand mixer
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Add Pecans (Optional):
- If using, fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time:
- 15 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 25-30 minutes
- Total Time:
- 40-45 minutes
- Nutrition (per serving, based on 16 servings):
- Calories: 240
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 2g
- These Butterscotch Bars are a sweet reminder of the comforting flavors of home, perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging in a moment of solitude. Whether you add the pecans for a bit of crunch or keep them simple, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection