Butterscotch Slab Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about butterscotch slab pie that makes everyone gather around the kitchen. This is my go to dessert when I'm short on time because the whole thing comes together in just an hour from start to finish. The beauty of baking it as a slab means you get crispy edges and those wonderful caramelized bits throughout, plus it serves a crowd without any fussy individual assembly. The pecans aren't just delicious, they're packed with antioxidants and healthy fats that make this treat a little bit better for you. Best of all, it uses simple pantry staples you likely already have on hand, making it an affordable way to impress your family with something that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour(for crust)
- 180 gcold unsalted butter(for crust)
- 400 gconfectioner's sugar
- 300 glight brown soft sugar
- 10 gsalt(for crust)
- 120 gunsalted butter(for filling)
- 250 mlheavy cream
- 2 nulllarge egg
- 2 gbaking soda(for filling)
- 5 gground cinnamon(for filling)
- 2 gground nutmeg(for filling)
- 150 gchopped pecans(optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x25cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Add cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work into a crumbly mixture.
Tip: Don't overwork the dough.
- 3
Add confectioner's sugar and mix until well combined. Press mixture into prepared baking tray.
Tip: Use your fingers or a spatula to shape the crust evenly.
- 4
In a large saucepan, combine heavy cream, light brown sugar, and unsalted butter. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
Tip: Avoid boiling the mixture.
- 5
Bring mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened slightly.
Tip: Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon and nutmeg.
- 6
Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top.
Tip: If using pecans, sprinkle over the filling.
- 7
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- 8
Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- 9
Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: Optional: sprinkle with additional cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
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