Apple Butterscotch Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 cups peeled and sliced apples
• 1 cup butterscotch chips

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the apples, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
6. Stir in the butterscotch chips.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tart
• Buttery and crispy crust
• Soft and juicy apples
• Gooey butterscotch center

User Comments:

• "These bars were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and everyone loved the combination of apples and butterscotch."
• "These are my go-to dessert when I want something quick and delicious. They're perfect for a crowd or just to enjoy with a cup of coffee."
• "I love the crispy crust on these bars. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have butterscotch chips, you can substitute with regular chocolate chips.
• You can also use other types of fruit in these bars, such as pears or peaches.
• If the bars are browning too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.