Description
These Unforgettable Butterscotch Toffee Cookie Bars combine rich, buttery dough with sweet butterscotch chips and crunchy toffee bits, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, they are an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Mix-ins
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup toffee bits (Heath bits recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter, non-stick spray, or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or wooden spoon; this should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined and fragrant.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Mix-ins: Gently fold the butterscotch chips and toffee bits into the dough, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Spread Dough and Bake: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan using wet fingers or a spatula to prevent sticking. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center springs back when lightly pressed.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares. This ensures clean cuts and a perfect texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to help the batter mix smoothly.
- Do not overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added to avoid tough bars.
- Cooling completely before cutting prevents crumbling and messy pieces.
- If preferred, line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 1.5 x 2 inches)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: butterscotch, toffee, cookie bars, dessert bars, easy baking, sweet treats
