Butterscotch Bars (Blond Brownies)
Satisfy your sweet tooth with homemade butterscotch bars. Made with melted butter, brown sugar, and chocolate chips, these bars are a delicious snack for any time of the day.
If you love blondies, you’ll love these chewy, buttery butterscotch bars. Made with brown sugar and melted butter, they’re rich and sweet with just a hint of caramel flavor. Chocolate chips and walnuts give them texture and balance.
Perfect for bake sales, lunchboxes, or afternoon snacks, these bars are easy to make and always a hit. Swap in your favorite chips or mix-ins for a fun twist on this classic dessert.
What You’ll Like About This Dish
Chewy and rich. The brown sugar and butter create a soft, chewy texture with deep butterscotch flavor.
Simple ingredients. Made with pantry staples you probably already have on hand.
Customizable. Use chocolate chips, white chocolate, toffee bits, or your favorite nuts.
Perfect for sharing. Makes a large batch—ideal for parties, potlucks, and gifting.
Ingredient Notes
- Melted butter – Adds moisture and richness for a chewy bar.
- Brown sugar – Light brown sugar gives that signature butterscotch flavor.
- Eggs – Add structure and richness to the batter.
- Vanilla extract – Enhances the sweetness and depth of flavor.
- All-purpose flour – The base of the dough; sift before measuring for best texture.
- Salt and baking powder – Help balance sweetness and ensure lift.
- Walnuts – Optional, but they add crunch and contrast. Pecans also work well.
- Chocolate chips – Semisweet chips add a classic touch, but feel free to mix it up.
Steps to Make Butterscotch Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.
- Sift together flour, salt, and baking powder; add to wet ingredients and stir until blended.
- Fold in chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and set. Cool before cutting.
Tips
- Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Don’t overbake—the bars should be just set in the center for a chewy texture.
- For cleaner cuts, let the bars cool completely before slicing.
- Use a mix of chocolate and toffee chips for extra flavor.
Recipe Variations
- No nuts: Omit the walnuts for a nut-free version.
- Different chips: Try milk chocolate, white chocolate, butterscotch, or toffee chips.
- Add coconut: Stir in ½ cup shredded coconut for added chewiness.
- Sprinkle with sea salt: Add a light sprinkle of flaky salt just before baking for a sweet-salty finish.
- Use a 9×13 pan: For thicker bars, use a smaller pan and increase bake time slightly.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with coffee or milk for a sweet snack.
- Add to lunchboxes or care packages—they travel well.
- Pair with ice cream for a quick dessert.
- Include on cookie platters or at bake sales for variety.
How to Store
Refrigerate: Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 10 days.
Freeze: Freeze cooled, cut bars in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 2 months. Layer with parchment if stacking.
To Reheat: Enjoy at room temperature or warm slightly in the microwave for a softer texture.
Butterscotch Bars
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 1/4 cups brown sugar, light
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 1- x 15-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter and brown sugar together until smooth and well blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla.
- Sift together the dry ingredients, then add them to the butter and sugar mixture. Stir until well blended. Fold in the nuts and chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until set and golden brown.
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
