Okay, so, I saw this recipe for “Butterscotch Custard Monster Bars” online and thought, “Why not?” I mean, who can resist a name like that? Plus, I had a free afternoon, and my sweet tooth was calling the shots.
First off, I gathered all the ingredients. Nothing too crazy, just the usual suspects like flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and the star of the show, butterscotch chips. I made sure I had everything laid out ’cause I hate realizing I’m missing something mid-recipe.

Then, I got to work mixing the dry ingredients. Flour, some sugar, a bit of baking powder to give it that lift, and a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness. I just whisked them all together in a big bowl. Easy peasy.
In a separate bowl, I creamed together the butter and more sugar. I used my trusty electric mixer for this ’cause, let’s be real, my arm gets tired doing it by hand. Once that was all light and fluffy, I beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one was fully mixed in before adding the next.
Next, I gradually added the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. You don’t want to overmix it, or the bars will be tough. Then, I folded in the butterscotch chips and some oatmeal because monster bars need some texture!
I spread the batter into a greased baking pan. I used a 9×13 inch pan because that is what I had on hand, but the original recipe called for a different size. It still worked out fine though!
Then it was time to bake! I popped the pan into a preheated oven and let it bake until it was golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center came out clean. It took about 30 minutes, but oven times can vary, so I kept a close eye on it.
While the bars were baking, I whipped up a quick glaze. Just some powdered sugar, milk, and a touch of vanilla extract. I wanted it to be thick enough to drizzle but not too runny.
Once the bars were out of the oven, I let them cool for a bit before drizzling the glaze over the top. I might have gone a little overboard with the glaze, but hey, more is more, right?
Finally, after what felt like an eternity, I cut the bars into squares and took a bite. Oh. My. Goodness. They were amazing! Chewy, sweet, with that delicious butterscotch flavor shining through. Definitely a winner in my book.

- Patience is Key: Waiting for the bars to cool before cutting them is crucial. Trust me.
- Greasing the Pan is Important: Don’t skip this step, or you’ll be fighting to get the bars out. Use butter or a baking spray.
- Oven Temperatures Vary: Keep an eye on the bars while they’re baking, and adjust the time as needed.
- Glaze is Optional, But Recommended: It really takes these bars to the next level.
- Don’t Be Afraid to Experiment: Next time, I might add some nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
What I Learned
All in all, it was a fun baking adventure, and I ended up with a delicious treat to share with my friends and family. Or maybe just keep all to myself. We’ll see!