Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars Recipe

These irresistible Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars were a potluck sensation! Easy to make and even easier to devour, these delightful bars are perfect for parties or a sweet treat anytime. The buttery butterscotch crust and creamy cheesecake filling are a match made in heaven. Feel free to experiment – try adding chocolate chips for a decadent twist, as suggested by our recipe creator's husband! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 260.9 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars

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How to Make Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Grease or butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup butterscotch chips and 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
  5. Reserve about 2/3 cup of the crumb mixture. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to create the crust.
  6. In a large bowl, beat 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  7. Add 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  8. Gently fold in 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  9. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Sprinkle with the reserved crumb mixture.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool completely to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to chill. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

46g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars?

Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars?

Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars has approximately 260.9 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars?

The key ingredients for Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars are Butterscotch Chips, Butter, Graham Cracker Crumbs, Cream Cheese, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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