Description
These Butterscotch Bars by Trisha Yearwood are a perfect fusion of buttery richness and gooey brown sugar goodness. Easy to make and impossible to resist, they’re the ultimate comfort dessert for both everyday cravings and special gatherings. Whether you’re after easy dessert recipes, holiday treats, or quick baking ideas, these bars check all the boxes. The smooth butterscotch glaze poured over the warm, tender base creates an unforgettable flavor and texture combination that keeps people coming back for seconds. Great for potlucks, lunchboxes, or cozy nights in, this is one of those classic dessert ideas that never goes out of style.
Ingredients
2 cups packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until glossy.
3. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Spread batter evenly in prepared baking dish.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. While baking, make the glaze: combine butter, brown sugar, and milk in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
9. Remove glaze from heat and stir in vanilla.
10. After removing the bars from the oven, let them sit for 5–10 minutes.
11. Pour glaze evenly over the warm bars and spread to cover the top.
12. Let bars cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Make sure to let the bars cool fully before cutting to get clean edges.
Use room temperature ingredients for a more even batter.
Don’t rush the glaze—stir constantly to avoid a grainy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: butterscotch bars, Trisha Yearwood, easy dessert, quick baking, brown sugar bars