Butterscotch Pudding Pie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups butterscotch pudding (prepared from mix or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly and well combined.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking pan.
4. Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
5. Spread the prepared butterscotch pudding evenly over the cooled crust.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
7. Spread the whipped cream over the pudding layer.
8. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top if using, and drizzle caramel sauce over the bars.
9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars and serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 18 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 38 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 9 servings
Tips:
Use chilled heavy cream for faster and better whipping results.
For a firmer crust, chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.