Brown Sugar Brownie Bars
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Read the full disclosure here.
These tempting Brown Sugar Brownie Bars are perfect for so many things! Let me tell you why I love these brown sugar brownies! These bars are lightly golden brown and soft and chewy when you bite into them. What’s not to love I ask?
More unforgettable brownie recipes? You’ll be swooning over these Super Easy Homemade Brownies, these Copycat Applebee’s Blondie Brownies and these Ultimate Gooey Brownies!
What Are Brown Sugar Brownies?
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!
More Bars, Brownie & Blondie Ideas you’ll love are these Easter M&M Chocolate Chip Blondies, these Ultimate Snickers Peanut Butter Blondies, these 20 Awesome Bars for Fall, and these Easy Coconut Blondies!
What We Love About These Brown Sugar Brownie Bars
- These are basically brown sugar brownies without the chocolate…Can you handle that?
- Easy to customize with 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.
- Brown sugar brownie bars are the ideal dessert for any occasion!
- They are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without investing too much time or money.
- With the easy-to-follow instructions, you can make the perfect brown sugar brownie bars in no time.
From preparing the brown sugar brownie batter to baking the bars in the oven, you’ll be a baking pro in no time. Plus, this recipe only requires 6 ingredients that you can find in your pantry, so you can whip up a batch anytime you’re in the mood for something sweet!
So, grab your mixing bowl and get ready to savor the heavenly taste of Brown Sugar Brownie Bars.
Ingredients You Need for Brown Sugar Bar Recipe
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt
- unsalted butter
- brown sugar
- eggs
- vanilla extract
How to Make Brown Sugar Brownies!
- Set oven to 350F.
- Line an 8×8 baking 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.
- In a large mixing bowl, Using a mixer, 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. Enjoy!! Serve with some vanilla ice cream and some caramel sauce or butterscotch sauce for an extra special treat!
Storing Brownies
- Store brownies in an airtight container, foil, or plastic wrap to keep them from becoming dry.
- If kept in the right way, freshly baked brownies will last up to 4 days at room temperature.
This brown sugar bars 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. 🙂
More Bars, Brownie & Blondie Ideas!
- S’mores Graham Cereal Bars
- Caramel Frosted Brown Butter Brownies
- 10 Over-The-Top Blondies That Will Make Your Head Spin
- Salted Caramel Chip Apple Blondies
- Pumpkin Oreo Truffles
- Sheet Pan Peanut Butter Chocolate Blondie Bars
- Peanut Butter Banana Bars
Want a vegan option? Check out these Vegan Blondies! YUM!
Brown Sugar Brownie Bars
Ingredients
- 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp 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.
Check out these fun Mini Cupcake Golden Oreo Cookie Balls!
Either way is fine, but of course roasted pecans will definitely add more natural, nutty flavor to your bars. Enjoy Jennifer!!
Hi! Just found your recipe. I’m thinking of making them with pecans. Do you think I should roast the pecans first?
Thanks
Yay! I’m so glad you approved Audrey! Thank you so much for your feedback! xo
Wow! Melt in your mouth, unbelievable. Followed recipe exactly except I only had 9×9 pan so I baked about 30 min.
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
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!
You can use 2 whole eggs, it will just be a little more cakier instead.
Why not 2 whole eggs?
Can you just use 2 whole eggs? What is the reasoning behind this?
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
Hi! Can I add 1/3 cup of maple syrup on this recipe?
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?
My batter was more like cookie dough??? Yes or no?
That’s awesome John! I know what you mean, you can practically add in your favorites each time. Thank you so much! xo
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!
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!! 😉
That’s so awesome to hear you are loving the recipes! That totally makes my day, so thank you very much! xo
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!
You would love them Laura! Thanks so much Laura! xo
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! ?
OH yes Valentina! He will definitely love these. Thank you so much and have a great weekend!
If you gave up chocolate, this would be a great option for sure! Thanks so much Kelly!!
Ohh that sounds wonderful! Can I come over? 🙂 Thank you Ben!!
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.
I will gladly give up chocolate brownies for a batch of these!! I can almost feel my teeth sinking into one now! Pinned!
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! 🙂