Best 4 Old Fashioned Butterscotch Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic goodness of Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Bars, a classic treat that evokes memories of simpler times. These delightful bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a chewy butterscotch filling, and a generous topping of chocolate chips. Butterscotch enthusiasts will also find irresistible variations in this article, including a luscious butterscotch pecan bar, a gooey butterscotch brownie, and a no-bake butterscotch cheesecake. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic, ensuring that there's something for every taste. Whether you're a fan of the traditional butterscotch bar or looking for something new and exciting, this collection of recipes has you covered. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey back in time with these irresistible Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Bars and their tempting variations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERSCOTCH BARS



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I put three recipes together to make these amazing bars that really satisfy the sweet tooth. -Romagene Deuel, Clarkston, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter-flavored shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 package (10 ounces) butterscotch chips
1 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, oats and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in chips and pecans. Reserve 2 cups. Spread remaining dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , In a small bowl, combine filling ingredients; beat until smooth. Spread evenly over crust. Crumble reserved dough over filling. , Bake at 375° for 40-42 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH BARS



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Enjoy the wonderful butterscotch flavor and satisfying crunch of pecans in these Butterscotch Bars, cleverly made with Duncan Hines French Vanilla Cake Mix. It's easy, tasty and fun to share.

Provided by Duncan Hines(R) Canada

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Duncan Hines® Canada

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package Duncan Hines® Moist Deluxe® French Vanilla Cake Mix
2 large eggs
1 cup butter or margarine, melted
¾ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (12 ounce) package butterscotch chips
1 ½ cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch jelly-roll pan.
  • Combine cake mix, eggs, melted butter, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large bowl. Beat at low speed with electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Stir in butterscotch chips and pecans. Spread in pan.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 254.4 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

OLD-FASHIONED BUTTERSCOTCH BARS



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This recipe was in a Family Circle magazine back in 2009 and was from Margaret Grubb, North Charleston, SC. It's a keeper.

Provided by Daune (pronounced "Dawn") Browne

Categories     Cookies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 c butter
1/3/4 c light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 c self-rising flour
1 tsp rum extract (calls for butter rum extract)
1 c chopped pecans
confectoners sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 13X9X2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter in medium-sized saucepan. Remove pan from heat and add sugar, eggs and flour to saucepan and mix until well blended. Stir in extract and pecans.
  • 3. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  • 4. Cool completely and dust with confectioners sugar. Cut into 24 squares and serve.

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Categories     Desserts

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

●1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
●1 teaspoon baking soda
●1/2 teaspoon salt
●1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
●1 cup butter-flavored vegetable shortening
●1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
●2 large eggs
●1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange peel, (1 medium orange)
●2 tablespoons water
●3 cups quick or old-fashioned oats
● 1 2/3 cups (11-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375º F. Grease 15 x 10-inch jelly-roll pan.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in small bowl. Beat shortening, sugar, eggs and orange peel in large mixer bowl until creamy. Gradually beat in flour mixture and water. Stir in oats and morsels. Spread batter into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars.

Tips:

- Be cautious to not overmix the batter; otherwise, the bars will end up tough. - Don't overcook the butterscotch; otherwise, it will be tough and chewy. - To save time, you can use store-bought pie crust instead of making your own. - If you don't have any butterscotch chips, you can use chocolate chips instead. - Butterscotch bars are versatile. You can add nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins to taste. - You can store butterscotch bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned butterscotch bars are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their sweet, buttery flavor and chewy texture, these bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious dessert, put this butterscotch bar recipe to the test!

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