Butterscotch Bars

Butterscotch Bars
115 min.
16
180kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Butterscotch Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! With a rich, buttery flavor and a hint of saltiness, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a delicious snack, these bars are versatile enough to serve as an antipasti, starter, or even a satisfying dessert.

What makes these Butterscotch Bars truly special is the combination of a soft, crumbly crust and a luscious butterscotch caramel topping that melts in your mouth. The use of Betty Delights Super Butter Pecan Cake Mix adds a unique twist, infusing the bars with a nutty flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the butterscotch. Topped with a sprinkle of fleur de sel, each bite offers a delightful contrast of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Ready in just 115 minutes, these bars are easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making them an ideal choice for busy bakers. With 16 servings, they are perfect for sharing, whether at a potluck, picnic, or cozy family gathering. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible Butterscotch Bars that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce (from 17-oz jar)
  • box cake mix 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In small bowl or 2-cup measuring cup, mix topping and 1 tablespoon of the dry cake mix. In large bowl, stir together remaining dry cake mix, the butter and egg, using fork, until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup crumb mixture. Using a piece of plastic wrap on crumb mixture, press remaining mixture in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of ungreased 9-inch square pan; remove wrap.
  2. Bake 12 minutes.
  3. Pour topping over crust to within 3/4 inch of edge.
  4. Sprinkle with reserved 1 cup crumb mixture.
  5. Bake 22 to 26 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes; loosen edges of crust with knife. Cool completely, about 50 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with coarse salt. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein3.75%
Fat24.5%
Carbs71.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.9299999870684%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.73kcal
8.99%
Fat:4.97g
7.64%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.75%
Carbohydrates:32.73g
10.91%
Net Carbohydrates:32.34g
11.76%
Sugar:20.04g
22.26%
Cholesterol:10.23mg
3.41%
Sodium:356.2mg
15.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.71g
3.43%
Phosphorus:110.83mg
11.08%
Calcium:76.35mg
7.64%
Folate:23.52µg
5.88%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.23%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.08%
Iron:0.72mg
4%
Vitamin A:193.55IU
3.87%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.76%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.39%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.19%
Selenium:1.95µg
2.79%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.8%
Fiber:0.39g
1.55%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.5%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.34%
Copper:0.03mg
1.26%
Magnesium:4.23mg
1.06%