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Trisha Yearwood Butterscotch Bars: The Ultimate Recipe

Trisha Yearwood Butterscotch Bars: The Ultimate Recipe
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These rich and chewy Butterscotch Bars by Trisha Yearwood combine a buttery, sweet base with bursts of creamy butterscotch chips, creating the ultimate dessert perfect for sharing or indulging.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 cup butterscotch chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes, which incorporates air for a tender crumb.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and salt throughout the flour.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined to avoid overdeveloping gluten and keeping the bars tender.
  6. Add Butterscotch Chips: Fold in the butterscotch chips evenly throughout the batter to ensure every bite has bursts of sweet butterscotch.
  7. Bake: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating doneness without drying out.
  8. Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares to ensure clean slices and proper texture.

Notes

  • For softer bars, slightly underbake and cool completely before cutting.
  • You can substitute butterscotch chips with white chocolate chips for a different flavor.
  • Ensure butter is softened, not melted, for proper creaming and texture.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • These bars can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.

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