Contents
- 1 The First Bite
- 2 My Kitchen Mishap
- 3 Why They Taste So Good
- 4 A Sweet Slice of History
- 5 Ingredients:
- 6 Easy Butterscotch Bar Recipe
- 7 Fun Ways to Mix It Up
- 8 Serving Your Sweet Treats
- 9 Keeping Your Bliss Bites Fresh
- 10 Fixing Common Baking Hiccups
- 11 Your Butterscotch Bar Questions
- 12 Share Your Sweet Success
- 13 Butterscotch Bar Bliss Bites
The First Bite
I remember my first warm butterscotch bar. The kitchen smelled like sweet caramel and brown sugar. That chewy, dense center just melted in my mouth. I knew I had to make them myself. Ever wondered how a simple bar can feel like a warm hug?
My Kitchen Mishap
My first try was a funny mess. I was so excited I forgot the cornstarch. The bars spread out thin and crispy. They were still tasty but not right. This matters because cooking teaches us to enjoy the journey, not just the result. We learn from every little mistake we make.
Why They Taste So Good
Two things make these bites special. Brown sugar gives a deep, rich flavor. Cornstarch makes the texture super soft and chewy. Which flavor combo surprises you most? Tell me your favorite treat memory below.
A Sweet Slice of History
Butterscotch likely started in Scotland long ago. The name might come from “scotched” butter. It became a popular candy in America. *Did you know butterscotch was once a hard candy?* Now we enjoy it in soft, baked bars. What is your go-to classic dessert? Share your thoughts with everyone.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2½ cups | spooned and leveled |
| Cornstarch | 2 teaspoons | |
| Baking powder | 1 teaspoon | |
| Table salt | ½ teaspoon | |
| Salted butter | 1 cup | softened to room temperature |
| Light brown sugar | 1 cup | tightly packed |
| Granulated sugar | ¾ cup | |
| Extra-large eggs | 2 | room temperature |
| Pure vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons | |
| Butterscotch baking chips | 2 cups | divided 1½ cups and ½ cup |
Easy Butterscotch Bar Recipe
These bars are a sweet, chewy dream. They come together so fast. Your kitchen will smell amazing. Let’s get baking.
Step 1 Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish well. Set the pan aside for later. This prep makes everything easy. Step 2 Whisk the dry ingredients in a bowl. Use flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix them until they are one. Set this bowl aside for now. Step 3 Cream the butter and sugars together. Use a mixer on medium-high speed. Beat for two minutes until fluffy. This step adds air for lift. Step 4 Add the eggs one at a time. Mix well after each egg. Keep going until no streaks remain. This makes the batter smooth. Step 5 Mix in the vanilla extract. Just blend it until combined. Do not overmix the batter now. Your bars will be perfect. Step 6 Add the flour mixture on low speed. Mix in two separate parts. Stop mixing as soon as it blends. (A hard-learned tip: overmixing makes tough bars!). Step 7 Fold in most of the butterscotch chips. Spread the thick batter into your pan. Sprinkle the rest on top for looks. This gives extra flavor in each bite. Step 8 Bake for 26-28 minutes. The edges should be golden brown. The center will look a little soft. Let them cool completely before cutting. What is the key to a chewy center? Share below! Cook Time: 28 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 38 minutes Yield: 18 bars Category: Dessert, SnackFun Ways to Mix It Up
This recipe is great as is. But you can also play with it. Try one of these fun spins for a new treat.
Salty-Sweet Use half butterscotch and half chocolate chips. Sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking. Nutty Delight Add one cup of chopped pecans or walnuts. Fold them in with the butterscotch chips. Blondie Style Leave out the butterscotch chips completely. You get a classic vanilla blondie bar instead. Which creative spin would you try first? Vote in the comments!Serving Your Sweet Treats
These bars are fantastic all alone. But you can make them extra special. Think about how you serve them.
For a simple dessert, serve them warm. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The mix of hot and cold is heaven. For a party, cut them into small bites. Everyone can grab one easily. Pair them with a cold glass of milk. That is the classic choice. For a grown-up treat, try coffee. The bitter drink balances the sweet bar. Which would you choose tonight: milk, coffee, or ice cream?
Keeping Your Bliss Bites Fresh
Store cooled bars in a sealed container. They stay fresh for up to four days. For longer storage, freeze them for a month. My grandkids love finding these in my freezer. It makes a quick, sweet surprise for their visits.
You can also warm a bar for ten seconds. This makes it soft and gooey again. I always make a double batch. Why this matters: A ready treat saves you from last-minute baking. What is your favorite treat to keep in the freezer?
Fixing Common Baking Hiccups
Are your bars too cakey? You might have over-mixed the batter. Just mix until the flour disappears. Are the edges getting too dark? Try using a light-colored metal pan. Glass pans bake things faster.
If your bars are greasy, your butter was too soft. Butter should be cool to your touch. These small fixes ensure perfect bars every time. Why this matters: Knowing these tricks builds your baking confidence.
Your Butterscotch Bar Questions
Q: Can I make these gluten-free? A: Yes! Use a good gluten-free flour blend. It works great.
Q: Can I prepare the dough ahead? A: Absolutely. Keep it covered in the fridge for two days.
Q: What can I use instead of butterscotch chips? A: Chocolate or peanut butter chips are tasty swaps.
Q: Can I halve this recipe? A: Sure. Just use an 8×8 inch pan. Bake for less time.
Q: Why is room temperature butter important? A: It creams with sugar better. This gives you a perfect texture.
I hope your kitchen smells amazing. These bars are pure joy to share. Did you try a different chip? Let me know your creation. I love seeing your baking wins.
Tag your photos @SavoryDiscovery on Pinterest. Happy cooking! —Elowen Thorn.
Butterscotch Bar Bliss Bites
Description
These chewy butterscotch bars mix rich brown sugar with sweet chips for the perfect homemade treat. Bake them fast with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously spray a 9×13 (or 13×9) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
- Add the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and table salt to a medium-sized mixing bowl (2-3 quarts). Whisk to combine. Set it aside.
- Using either a stand mixer, or a medium-sized mixing bowl and handheld mixer, on medium-high speed, beat together the softened butter, brown and granulated sugars for 1½-2 minutes or until light and fluffy.
- Lower the mixer speed to medium-low. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg until no yellow streaks remain.
- Add the vanilla and mix just until combined.
- Keep the mixer speed on medium-low and add ½ of the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Add the remaining flour, again mix just until incorporated.
- Fold in 1½ cups of the butterscotch baking chips. Evenly spread the butterscotch batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining butterscotch baking chips evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 26-28 minutes or until the corners and edges of the bars are golden brown. The center still looks to be set but still undercooked. You want the center to be dense. Allow the bars to completely cool before cutting the bars into 3 slices x 6 slices. Cover until you are ready to serve.