1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter & Sugar
Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (~3 mins).
Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually mix into the butter mixture until just combined.
4. Fold in Butterscotch Chips
Stir in butterscotch chips (reserve a handful for topping if desired).
5. Bake to Perfection
Spread batter into the prepared pan.
Bake 25-30 mins until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Glaze & Cool
Optional: Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze.
Let cool 15 mins before slicing.
Pro Tips for the Best Bars
🔹 Don’t overmix – Keeps them tender.
🔹 Underbake slightly for extra chewiness.
🔹 Double the batch – They disappear fast!
3 Delicious Variations
Blondie Version – Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts.
Chocolate Swirl – Swirl in 2 tbsp melted chocolate.
Salted Caramel – Sprinkle with flaky sea salt after baking.
Why These Bars Are a Keeper
Trisha’s recipe delivers classic, comforting flavor with minimal effort. The butterscotch chips melt into gooey pockets, making each bite rich and satisfying.
Warning: You’ll eat half the pan!