These Butterscotch Blondies are a mega-satisfying dessert to sink your sweet tooth into. Soft, chewy, and jam-packed with butterscotch flavor in every single bite. Add in the pecans, and you have that crunch factor that throws these Butterscotch Blondies from good to outstanding.

Butterscotch blondies cut on a piece of parchment paper.

If you were to ask me to choose between butterscotch and chocolate, I’d quickly tell you butterscotch is better. I know some of you are probably thinking, “whatttt?”, but it’s true. I’ve always been a fan of butterscotch and would choose it any day over chocolate. There’s just something special about it.

I know these Butterscotch Blondies will become an instant favorite once you try them. I made a batch, and they were all gone within a day. They are addicting! I may have had more than my fair share…shhhhh.

These little squares boost great flavor. I make these up for birthday parties, holidays, after-school treats, and, of course, for those occasional midnight snacking sessions. They are just fantastic no matter when you serve them up.

Best of all, they are easy to whip up for those unexpected guests you might have arriving soon. Make them so your house smells like homemade treats, and you have something warm and tasty to dish up.

Ingredients

The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

Unsalted butter
Brown sugar
Large eggs
Vanilla extract
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt
Pecans

How to Make Butterscotch Blondies

Follow along to learn how to make butterscotch blondies!

Step One: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and set aside.
Step Two: Stir together butter and brown sugar. Add in eggs and vanilla and stir to combine. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Add in nuts and stir to combine.

Collage of mixing ingredients in a bowl.

Step Three: Spread mixture in baking pan. Bake for 30 to 33 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before cutting into squares.

What Makes Them Chewy?

If you didn’t know, brown sugar, when used in desserts, helps offer that chewy texture. That is why you will see my recipe for Butterscotch Blondies, which uses brown sugar and gives you a deeper color with a chewy texture.

How to Freeze

To freeze your Butterscotch Blondies, bake as directed, place them on a cooling rack, and allow them to cool completely. Once cooled, you can put them in an airtight container, a sealable freezer bag, or even a vacuum packing system. Just lay the bars flat and remove what air you can.

Freeze for up to 3 months. I like to pre-slice my bars, so when I want one, I remove one from the freezer, allow it to come to room temperature, and then eat.

What Are Blondies?

Blondies are a favorite in our home. You will find that blondies are similar to brownies, but instead of reaching for a cocoa base, you use a mix of sugars. Brown sugar in blondies gives it that caramel taste with a chewy texture that is beyond sweet to the last crumbs.

It might be safe to say that I love blondies more than a classic brownie. Blondies can be made with so many different variances in ingredients, so you really can enjoy all your favorite ingredients in blondie form.

How To Know When They Done

You can know when a blondie is done by looking to see if it is beginning to pull away from the edges of the pan. Then, grab a toothpick or knife stick in the center of the blondies and pull it out. If the toothpick comes out clean, your blondies are done. If the toothpick has a gooey mess, you must give the blondies more time to bake.

Can You Use Margarine Instead of Butter?

You get a lot of flavor from the butter in this recipe; please resist the urge to reach for margarine. You won’t get the same results if you do so.

When To Serve These Butterscotch Blondies

Parties
Holidays
Bake Sale
Dessert for Guests who visit
Treats for family
After School Snack
Playdate treat
Summer BBQ dessert
Any other occasion

There is no wrong time to make these blondies.

The recipe topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Whip up a batch of these Butterscotch Blondies, and thank me later. If you feel extra lucky, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

One tip I always do is reheat my brownie in the microwave for a few seconds to give it that fresh-out-of-the-oven taste and warmth. The ice cream melts over the top, and boy, is it one fantastic dessert.

Butterscotch Desserts

You’ll also like Brown Butter Caramel Blondies and Biscoff Blondies with White Chocolate.

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