Butterscotch Lemon Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These butterscotch lemon bars are my favorite quick dessert to whip up when I need something impressive but manageable. The combination of tart lemon and rich butterscotch is absolutely magical, and honestly, they come together in less than an hour from start to finish. Lemon is packed with vitamin C, which gives your immune system a nice boost while you're indulging in something sweet. What I love most is how simple they are to make with just basic pantry staples, so you won't need any fancy ingredients or techniques to impress your friends and family.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 150 gconfectioners' sugar
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 4 egglarge eggs
- 120 mllemon juice
- 120 glemon zest
- 150 mllight corn syrup
- 200 gbutterscotch chips
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18 cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper for easy removal.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Use a whisk to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Tip: Be patient and let the mixture come together fully.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 5
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Tip: Use a rubber spatula for gentle folding.
- 6
Press half of the flour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Tip: Make sure to evenly distribute the mixture for a flat layer.
- 7
Pour the lemon mixture over the flour mixture.
Tip: Let the mixture spread and fill the dish evenly.
- 8
Drizzle the light corn syrup over the lemon mixture.
Tip: This will help create a beautiful sheen on top.
- 9
Sprinkle the butterscotch chips over the top.
Tip: Let them melt slightly to create a gooey layer.
- 10
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Tip: Keep an eye on the timer, as the baking time may vary.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: Use a spatula to loosen the edges and remove from the pan.
- 12
Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious butterscotch lemon bars!
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