RICH BUTTERSCOTCH BARS

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From Jefferson, Wisconsin, Kathryn Roth notes, "My husband works second shift, so I spend a few nights a week baking just for fun. He takes half of my sweets to his co-workers, who frequently ask for these tasty bars."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 32 squares)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°. In a microwave, melt chips and butter; stir until smooth. Add cracker crumbs; set aside 2/3 cup. Press the remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk, egg and vanilla. Stir in pecans. , Pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.