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    Home » Recipes » Bars

    Brown Sugar Brownie Bars

    Published: Aug 21, 2019 · by Kim Lange · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These tempting Brown Sugar Brownie Bars are perfect for so many things!  Let me tell you why I love these brownies!  These bars are lightly golden brown and soft and chewy when you bite into them.  What's not to love I ask?

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    Love these Brown Sugar Brownie Bars are just sweet enough, but not ultra rich, like blondies can be.  They still resemble the warm buttery, brown sugar tones you get with blondies. Plus, they are very addictive and delectably delicious.

    As a result, I love how the ingredients are all pantry staples as well! Sometimes simple is best when it comes to baking and hard to believe it's as good as it is without all the extras!

    These are basically brown sugar brownies without the chocolate...

    Can you handle that?

    Unless you want to add in some fun stuff like chocolate chips, candy bar bits, peanut butter cups, toffee, M&M's, you name it, the door's wide open for options.

    Stack of brown sugar brownies

    Ingredients You Need for Brown Sugar Brownies

    • all-purpose flour
    • baking powder
    • salt
    • unsalted butter
    • brown sugar 
    • eggs
    • vanilla extract

    brown sugar brownies so golden brown

    How to Make Brown Sugar Brownies!

    1. Set oven to 350F,
    2. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper for easy removal and to cut cleanly. If you don’t use parchment, lightly grease the pan.
    3. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt to combine.
    4. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mix well. Add vanilla and mix in.
    5. Add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
    6. Spread evenly in your pan and bake for 30-35 minutes — the blondies will be lightly golden. Don't over-bake.
    7. Cool before cutting. Enjoy!!

    This bar recipe is perfect for potlucks, bake-sales, placing in a special tin for a special friend, picnics, BBQs, tailgating, holidays, family weekends, baking-it-easy and freezing for later!

    Or the usual hoarding is always acceptable. 🙂

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    Brown Sugar Brownie Bars

    Brown Sugar Brownie Bars

    Kim Lange
    These Brown Sugar Brownie Bars are lightly golden brown and soft and chewy when you bite into them.  What's not to love I ask?
    4.58 from 42 votes
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    Prep Time 10 d 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 d 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 9 Servings
    Calories

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
    • 1 cup brown sugar packed
    • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Set oven to 350F
    • Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper for easy removal and to cut cleanly. If you don’t use parchment, lightly grease the pan.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt to combine.
    • Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mix well. Add vanilla and mix in.
    • Add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
    • Spread evenly in your pan and bake for 30-35 minutes — the blondies will be lightly golden. Don't over-bake.
    • Cool before cutting.
    Keyword bars, blondies, brown sugar, brownies
    Tried This Recipe?Let us know how it was by commenting below!

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    About Kim Lange

    Hi! I'm Kim! As you may know, I'm cookie, brownie and chocolate obsessed! You'll find hundreds of decadent and healthy dessert recipes to choose from here! So, let's bake something easy and never forget the chocolate!

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    1. Kim Lange says

      June 21, 2021 at 7:42 am

      Either way is fine, but of course roasted pecans will definitely add more natural, nutty flavor to your bars. Enjoy Jennifer!!

    2. Jennifer says

      June 20, 2021 at 9:56 pm

      Hi! Just found your recipe. I'm thinking of making them with pecans. Do you think I should roast the pecans first?
      Thanks

    3. Kim Lange says

      June 14, 2021 at 7:36 am

      Yay! I'm so glad you approved Audrey! Thank you so much for your feedback! xo

    4. Audrey Barker says

      June 13, 2021 at 8:54 pm

      Wow! Melt in your mouth, unbelievable. Followed recipe exactly except I only had 9x9 pan so I baked about 30 min.

    5. Kim Lange says

      June 16, 2020 at 9:32 am

      That sounds fabulous with the toffee powder! I've never used that before, so I'll have to check that out! Thank you so much for the awesome review and trying them Maggie! xo

    6. Maggie says

      June 15, 2020 at 8:14 pm

      Found this recipe when I did a search for ‘recipes using brown sugar’. I saw your suggestions for adding extras such as toffee, peanut butter cups, etc. I happened to have toffee powder on hand. I used 1/3 toffee powder and 2/3 brown sugar in place of 1 cup of the brown sugar. Delicious!

    7. Kim Lange says

      May 10, 2020 at 10:07 am

      You can use 2 whole eggs, it will just be a little more cakier instead.

    8. Georgie says

      May 09, 2020 at 9:50 pm

      Why not 2 whole eggs?

    9. mklowe says

      May 09, 2020 at 9:37 pm

      Can you just use 2 whole eggs? What is the reasoning behind this?

    10. Kim Lange says

      October 29, 2019 at 9:47 am

      I'm not sure if you mean to replace the brown sugar or just adding it in extra, but if just adding it in, I think it would be ok if you're looking for sweeter brownies. If it's replacing, you would have to add more than 1/3 cup maple syrup. Hope you enjoy Lerma! xo

    11. Lerma R says

      October 29, 2019 at 5:39 am

      Hi! Can I add 1/3 cup of maple syrup on this recipe?

    12. Kim Lange says

      September 14, 2019 at 8:57 am

      Hi Bridget! The dough is thick, like a very soft cookie dough but should still be spreadable. Did you measure the flour correctly and how did they turn out?

    13. BRIDget says

      September 13, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      My batter was more like cookie dough??? Yes or no?

    14. Kim Lange says

      September 03, 2019 at 9:43 pm

      That's awesome John! I know what you mean, you can practically add in your favorites each time. Thank you so much! xo

    15. John says

      September 03, 2019 at 4:31 pm

      Currently have my second batch in three days in the oven. Added peanut butter chips and dark chocolate chips. Simple, delicious base for so many combinations possible. Thanks!

    16. Catherine says

      August 29, 2019 at 11:21 pm

      You are killing me with these bars!! I can just taste the buttery brown sugar goodness!! And that texture is insane, I'm going to have to move into your kitchen!! 😉

    17. Kim Lange says

      August 28, 2019 at 4:26 pm

      That's so awesome to hear you are loving the recipes! That totally makes my day, so thank you very much! xo

    18. Teri says

      August 28, 2019 at 1:49 pm

      After having tried your fantastic chocolate chip cookies and oatmeal raisin cookies I decided your recipes were winners. I made this and my husband and I ate the whole thing ourselves in two days. It’s wonderful and you can personalize it. Thanks!

    19. Kim Lange says

      August 26, 2019 at 8:59 pm

      You would love them Laura! Thanks so much Laura! xo

    20. Laura says

      August 26, 2019 at 3:06 pm

      Kim, I love this easy recipe, and anything with brown sugar has my name all over it. These are so simple and gorgeous, I’m tempted to jump up and make them right now! ?

    21. Kim Lange says

      August 23, 2019 at 3:00 pm

      OH yes Valentina! He will definitely love these. Thank you so much and have a great weekend!

    22. Kim Lange says

      August 23, 2019 at 2:59 pm

      If you gave up chocolate, this would be a great option for sure! Thanks so much Kelly!!

    23. Kim Lange says

      August 23, 2019 at 2:57 pm

      Ohh that sounds wonderful! Can I come over? 🙂 Thank you Ben!!

    24. Ben|Havocinthekitchen says

      August 23, 2019 at 10:22 am

      Mmmmm while I am still enjoying (relatively) light and summer desserts, I must admit these brown sugar bars look and sound beautiful; simple, rich, and buttery. I actually don't think they require any addition like chocolate chips... But I clearly see I can use some of my favourite lavender. And some ice cream and fresh berries (Cause remember: light and summery!) on top won't hurt either.

    25. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

      August 23, 2019 at 10:10 am

      I will gladly give up chocolate brownies for a batch of these!! I can almost feel my teeth sinking into one now! Pinned!

    26. Valentina says

      August 23, 2019 at 1:05 am

      My 13-yr-old's best buddy doesn't like chocolate (GASP!), so I'm always wanting to make yummy non-chocolate treats when he's over. These are next up. I'm sure we'll love these for all of the reasons you listed that you do! 🙂

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