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Irresistible Butterscotch Pretzel Cookie Bars: A Sweet and Salty Sensation

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These Butterscotch Pretzel Cookie Bars combine sweet and salty flavors for a delightful treat.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x

Ingredients

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Let’s gather our ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these delightful Butterscotch Pretzel Cookie Bars:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup crushed pretzels
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  3. Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  6. Fold in butterscotch chips and crushed pretzels (and nuts if using).
  7. Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For a more flavorful cookie, let the dough chill for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg