Butterscotch Bars
These butterscotch bars are an easy, freezeable treat that tastes like candy. Crispy yet smooth bars that come together with no baking!
Servings: 20 pieces
Ingredients
- 12 tbsp (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 6 oz butterscotch chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the crumbs: Place the graham crackers in a bag and use a rolling pin to crush them. A food processor can also be used. When finely crushed, set aside until ready to use.2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- Prepare the pan: Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with a parchment paper sling. Spray the paper with baking spray and set aside.
- Make the base: In a saucepan, heat butter over low heat. Once melted, whisk in sugar and eggs. Over medium heat, bring to a low simmer and continue to cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, about 10 minutes.12 tbsp (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs
- Add the mix-ins: To the slightly cooled base, add the graham cracker crumbs, marshmallows, and coconut. Stir to combine everything.2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 2 cups marshmallows, 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- Press into pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Set bars aside and prepare topping.
- Make the topping: Melt butterscotch chips and peanut butter in a microwave in 30-second increments until completely smooth, about three 30-second increments. Spread over prepared bars and smooth out, making sure to spread into the corners. Allow bars to cool at least 2 hours before cutting to ensure the topping has set. Cut into small squares and enjoy.6 oz butterscotch chips, ½ cup creamy peanut butter
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Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 343kcal