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Butterscotch Bars

Chewy Butterscotch Bars with Creamy Peanut Butter Glaze

These Butterscotch Bars deliver a chewy texture and are topped with a creamy peanut butter glaze, making them truly irresistible.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter natural may change texture
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups quick-cooking oatmeal certified gluten-free for GF version
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips can substitute with chocolate chips
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk non-dairy options work too
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the oats until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then fold in the butterscotch chips.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle additional butterscotch chips on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. While the bars bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and peanut butter until smooth.
  8. Pour the glaze over the warm bars and spread evenly.
  9. Cool completely, then cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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