Five Minute Butter Bars

Indulge in the rich, buttery bliss of Five Minute Butter Bars, the ultimate quick dessert for busy days or last-minute sweet tooth cravings. With just five simple pantry staples—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—these delightfully soft and tender bars come together in mere minutes. The prep time is a speedy five minutes, and after a short bake, you’ll have 12 golden, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a perfectly crisp edge and soft center. Ideal for snacking, gifting, or pairing with a warm beverage, these bars are a versatile crowd-pleaser. Plus, they store beautifully for up to three days—though they rarely last that long! Perfect for fans of easy dessert recipes or minimalist baking, this is a must-try for your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 23/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter completely (about 30-45 seconds in the microwave). Let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Stir the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into the melted butter until combined.

Step 4

Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until a smooth dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, ensuring it's level throughout.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting out using the parchment paper overhang.

Step 8

Slice into 12 bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(317.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1589.9

Total Fat 96.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 606.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 200.5g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 24.6mg	0%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 33mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 48.0%