Chewy Butterscotch Cashew Bars Recipe

These irresistible Chewy Butterscotch Cashew Bars are a holiday favorite! A family recipe, perfected over time, these bars boast a buttery, crumbly crust and a rich, chewy butterscotch topping studded with crunchy cashews. Get ready for rave reviews – they're addictive! This recipe is unlike any other you'll find; the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy in every bite. Perfect for Christmas, holidays, or any time you crave a delicious treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 73 mins
Calories 204.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chewy Butterscotch Cashew Bars

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How to Make Chewy Butterscotch Cashew Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. **Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. **Topping:** In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until light and frothy. Add 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter. Beat until well combined.
  6. Stir in 1 cup butterscotch chips and 1 cup chopped cashews.
  7. Pour the topping evenly over the baked crust.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is set and golden brown. The center should be slightly soft but not jiggly.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
  10. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freezes well.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

29g

Carbs

8g

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