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🍫 Butterscotch Chewies (Easy, Gooey & Irresistible!)
These old-fashioned butterscotch chewies are soft, chewy, and loaded with rich brown sugar flavor—just like grandma used to make! Perfect for cookie trays, lunchboxes, or a sweet afternoon treat.
⏲️ Prep Time: 10 mins | Bake Time: 10-12 mins | Makes: 24 bars
📝 Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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2 cups packed brown sugar (light or dark)
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Mix
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
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In a bowl, whisk melted butter + brown sugar until smooth.
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Beat in eggs + vanilla.
2️⃣ Dry Ingredients
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In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually stir dry mix into the wet ingredients.
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Fold in nuts (if using).
3️⃣ Bake & Cool
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Spread batter evenly in the pan.
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Bake 10-12 mins (center should be slightly soft—don’t overbake!).
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Cool 15 mins, then cut into squares.
💡 Pro Tips
✔ For extra chewiness, pull them out at 10 mins.
✔ Gooey upgrade: Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
✔ Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Warm with vanilla ice cream (butterscotch sundae!).
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Packed in holiday cookie tins.
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Crumbled over oatmeal for breakfast.
Why You’ll Love Them
✅ 5-minute prep (no mixer needed!).
✅ Crispy edges + fudgy center.
✅ Nostalgic flavor—like a blondie’s cousin!
Try them once, and they’ll become a staple! 😋
P.S. For chocolate lovers, swap ½ cup brown sugar for cocoa powder!
