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Trisha Yearwood's Butterscotch Bars
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Trisha Yearwood's Butterscotch Bars

Trisha Yearwood's Butterscotch Bars are a rich and chewy dessert featuring a peanut butter base topped with sweet butterscotch chips and a creamy peanut butter glaze. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and deliver a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 -16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter, at room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter divided
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup quick-cooking oatmeal
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • Remaining ¼ cup peanut butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ½ cup of peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the oatmeal.
  5. Mix Batter: Gradually add the flour and oatmeal mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until well incorporated.
  6. Spread and Top: Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the butterscotch chips on top.
  7. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Prepare Glaze: While the bars are still warm, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and remaining ¼ cup of peanut butter until smooth.
  9. Glaze Bars: Pour the glaze evenly over the warm bars.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a crunchy twist, add ½ cup of chopped nuts to the batter.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • These bars freeze well; just wrap them individually and store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.