Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Step 4: Stir in the butterscotch chips.
- Step 5: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Store cooled butterscotch squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their chewy texture.
- For a warm, gooey treat, microwave a butterscotch square for 10-15 seconds before serving.
- Serve these squares with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra-decadent dessert.
- To prevent a tough square, mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined – avoid overmixing the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American