Description

Butterscotch Crunchies are buttery, chewy, and crunchy bars that combine rich butterscotch chips with a crisp oat crust and crumbly topping. These easy-to-make bars offer a perfect balance of sweet and crunchy textures, making them an ideal snack or dessert for any occasion. Quick to prepare with simple ingredients, they deliver a gourmet flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients

2 cups butterscotch chips
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.
Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda. Stir in melted butter and vanilla until crumbly but sticks when pressed.
Press Crust into Pan: Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
Add Butterscotch Layer: Sprinkle butterscotch chips evenly over the crust.
Add Topping: Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the butterscotch chips.
Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden and butterscotch chips are melted and bubbly.
Cool and Slice: Cool completely in pan on a wire rack, then cut into squares.
Serve: Enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Notes

Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.Mix in chocolate chips for a chocolate-butterscotch combo.Stir shredded coconut into the oat mixture for a tropical flavor.Add cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for a warm, spiced variation.Use gluten-free oats and flour for a gluten-free version.Dried fruit such as cranberries or raisins can be mixed in for added texture and sweetness.Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.