Decadent layers make this no bake Butterscotch Delight recipe delicious. This easy dessert has a tasty crust topped with cream cheese and butterscotch layers.

Butterscotch Delight cut into bars on a plate.
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These bars alternate layers of Butterscotch Pudding and a decadent cream cheese mixture. Everything is topped with cool whip and drizzled with butterscotch sauce and crushed Heath bars.

It’s such an easy no bake dessert recipe. If you love butterscotch, then you need to make this Butterscotch Pie Recipe.

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Why This Recipe Works

It is so rich and a little goes a long way. You can cut the bars fairly small since it is so sweet. Everyone will go crazy over this delicious dessert recipe and ask for the recipe.

This no bake pudding dessert is effortless to make but so creamy and tasty. Once you cut into it, the layers look gorgeous.

Ingredients

Ingredients for recipe - graham cracker crumbs, butter, cream cheese, whipped topping, pudding, milk, butterscotch sauce, heath bits.

Crust

  • Graham Cracker Crumbs. You can buy these or make your own by crushing graham cracker sheets.
  • Butter. It needs to be melted.

Cream Cheese Layer

Butterscotch Layer

  • Butterscotch Pudding. You can use instant butterscotch pudding or homemade.
  • Cold Milk. Don’t take out of the fridge until ready to use.

Topping

  • Butterscotch Sauce. This is so pretty on top and tastes decadent.
  • Heath Bits. Sprinkle on top to complete the dessert.

Get the complete ingredient list at the bottom of the page.

Variations

  • Cinnamon Graham Cracker Crumbs. Change the flavor by using different types of graham crackers.
  • Cookies. Crush vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies to use for the crust. Either of these taste great in this recipe. Golden Oreo Cookies also make a great crust.
  • Pudding. Substitute a different flavor of pudding in this recipe. Chocolate, lemon or cheesecake flavors taste great.
  • Nuts. Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the cool whip when you garnish. Sometimes, we put nuts on half and leave the other side plain to suit everyone’s preference.
  • Toppings: Chocolate chips or chocolate shavings also taste great and look pretty on top. Feel free to get creative with toppings and use several different types. Butterscotch Chips also would be good.

How to Make Butterscotch Delight

Graham cracker crumbs and butter combined in a bowl.

Step 1. Get out a medium bowl. Stir together the crust ingredients and make sure the sugar and melted butter are well combined.

Crumbs pressed into a baking dish.

Step 2. Place the crumbs in a baking pan. You can use the bottom of a flat glass to smooth the crust. Then freeze for 30 minutes while you prepare the other layers. This will make it easier to spread the layers on top of the crust.

Cream cheese mixture spread on crust.

Step 3. Beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with a hand mixer. Gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping into the mixture.  Spread this mixture on top of the graham cracker crust. Then allow to chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the other layer.

Butterscotch layer combined in mixing bowl.

Step 4. Combine together the milk and the butterscotch pudding mix for 2-3 minutes. 

Butterscotch spread on top.

Step 5. Then carefully spread this mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.  Refrigerate the butterscotch pudding layer at least 3 hours to set. 

Cool whip, candy and butterscotch spread on top.

Step 6. Garnish and enjoy. When serving, put the remaining cool whip on top. Drizzle the butterscotch sauce on top and sprinkle with the Heath bits. 

Butterscotch Delight cut into bars on a plate.

Storage

Cover and store Butterscotch Delight in the refrigerator. The layers will start to soften and melt if left out too long.

This will make it difficult to cut. It is best to refrigerate in between serving so it does not get too soft.

When serving at a party or gathering, I normally take it out of the fridge right before it’s time for dessert. Then slice and place back in the fridge.

Pro Tips

  • Do not skip the chilling time in this Butterscotch Delight recipe.  This helps make the beautiful layers in this dessert and makes it easier to cut. This dessert needs ample time in the fridge before cutting.
  • Make sure that your cream cheese has softened at room temperature to make sure it is creamy when mixed together. It will be easier to combine and the texture will be smooth and without lumps.
  • You can crush graham crackers using a food processor instead of buying the graham cracker crumbs. If you do not have a food processor, place them inside a ziploc bag and crush with the back of a spoon or rolling pin.
  • This no bake dessert is best made the day before you want to serve it. The layers thicken and you can easily slice into the bars.

Can I Freeze This Recipe?

Yes, this dessert is easy to freeze. Cover the dish with an airtight lid and place in the freezer up to a month. If there is room under the lid, you can also put a layer of plastic wrap or foil on top.

Then put the lid on top of that. It will help to prevent ice crystals from forming and ensure it stays fresh.

When you are ready to serve, allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight. Then cut and enjoy as normal.

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Butterscotch Delight

4.67 from 9 votes
Decadent layers make this no bake Butterscotch Delight recipe delicious. This easy dessert has a tasty crust topped with cream cheese and butterscotch layers.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings 8
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 823
Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST:

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:

FOR THE BUTTERSCOTCH LAYER:

FOR THE TOPPING:

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Instructions

FOR THE CRUST:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the crust ingredients.  
  • Press this mixture into a 9X13 baking pan and freeze for 30 minutes while you prepare the other layers.

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:

  • Beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until well combined and smooth. 
  • Then gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping into the mixture. 
  • Spread this mixture on top of the crust and chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the other layer.

FOR THE BUTTERSCOTCH LAYER:

  • Beat together the milk and the 3 butterscotch pudding mix for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is thick. 
  • Then carefully spread this mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.  Then chill for at least 3 hours to set.

FOR THE TOPPING:

  • When serving, top with the remaining whipped topping and drizzle the butterscotch sauce on top and top with the Heat bits. Slice and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*Do not skip the chilling time in this recipe.  This helps make the beautiful layers in this dessert. 
*Make sure that your cream cheese has softened at room temperature to make sure it is creamy when mixed together. 

Nutrition Facts

Calories 823kcal, Carbohydrates 99g, Protein 10g, Fat 44g, Saturated Fat 28g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 9g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 93mg, Sodium 716mg, Potassium 337mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 83g, Vitamin A 1235IU, Calcium 245mg, Iron 1mg

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I’m on a mission to help you create delicious desserts on a budget and do not require a ton of time. Together, we are going to make something sweet that the entire family will love!

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