Butterscotch Nut Bars Classic (Print-Friendly Version)
Layers of sweet butterscotch, crunchy nuts, and soft shortbread make these bars rich and chewy.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Shortbread Crust
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190 grams all-purpose flour
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165 grams light brown sugar
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113 grams unsalted butter, softened
→ Nut and Butterscotch Topping
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450 grams mixed nuts
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170 grams butterscotch chips
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35 grams unsalted butter
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120 milliliters light corn syrup
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly coat a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with non-stick spray.
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Combine flour, brown sugar, and softened butter in a bowl. Mix with a fork until crumbly.
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Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
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Remove the pan from the oven. Distribute mixed nuts evenly over baked crust.
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Melt butterscotch chips and butter together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and incorporate corn syrup until smooth.
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Spread butterscotch mixture evenly over the nuts. Return pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
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Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
# Extra Information:
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Ensure bars are completely cooled before slicing for clean, even edges.