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Chewy butterscotch brownies have a brown sugar base and are filled with butterscotch chips. They are rich and absolutely yummy!

Butterscotch brownies have a similar base as a blondie and are out of this world! They are perfect for sharing, or stacking on your own plate. If you are looking for a chocolate version try Fudgy Brownies or Nutella Brownies.

butterscotch brownies stacked on a white plate

Brownie or Blondie?

Butterscotch brownies can also be called butterscotch blondies. The blondie flavoring comes from the brown sugar as opposed to white sugar and cocoa powder in a traditional brownie. Either way, the delicious brown sugar base and chewy texture combined with the butterscotch is absolutely irresistible. 

It is almost a caramel-esque flavor that I find delectable! Pairing that with butterscotch chips just takes this dessert over the top. It is definitely a much-loved treat in our home.

These bars are perfect for sharing and we love to cut some up and take them to parties or other events. The plate is always empty, so you know they are good!

batter in a white bowl

how to make butterscotch brownies

PREP. Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by lining it with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350ยฐF.

WET INGREDIENTS. Place the butter in a large bowl and melt it. Add brown and white sugar to the bowl and mix. Mix in the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla.

DRY INGREDIENTS. Sift the flour in a separate bowl. Add the cornstarch, baking powder and salt and whisk together. Slowly stir in the flour mixture into the sugar mixture until just combined.

MIX INS. Add the butterscotch chips & walnuts and fold them into the batter.

BAKE. Spread the batter evenly into the pan and bake for 25-28 minutes. Remove from the oven and add a few more butterscotch chips to the top while it is still hot. Let cool. Cut with a plastic knife and Enjoy!

Serve with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!!

Variations:

  • Mix in shredded coconut
  • Add a butterscotch drizzle on top
  • Sprinkle large flake sea salt on top
batter covered with butterscotch chips in a glass baking dish

Tips, Variations + Storing Info

Brown sugar is key! As noted, a key ingredient to make these brownies is brown sugar. Typically if a recipe doesn’t state whether to use light or dark brown sugar err on the side of light. 

If you don’t have brown sugar on hand make your own using white sugar and molasses:  

  • Light Brown Sugar: 1 cup white sugar + 1 tsp molasses.  
  • Dark Brown Sugar: 1 cup white sugar + 2 tsp molasses
  • Mix it together with a fork, then use your fingers to rub the molasses evenly into the sugar. 

Here are some additional tips to ensure your butterscotch brownie recipe turns out just right:

  • Do not overcook them
  • Use unsalted butterโ€”no margarine or oil substitutes.
  • Using room temperature eggs so they incorporate better with the other ingredients.
  • Line the pan with parchment paper 

STORE in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature. Keep them in the fridge for up to a week.

FREEZE for up to 3 months. If you choose this route be sure to double wrap them . First in plastic wrap then again in aluminum foil or place them together in a freezer Ziploc.

butterscotch brownies stacked on a white plate

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Butterscotch Brownie Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Chewy butterscotch brownies have a brown sugar base and are filled with butterscotch chips. They are rich and absolutely yummy!
Servings: 15
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by lining it with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350ยฐF.
  • Place the butter in a large bowl and melt it. Add brown and white sugar to the bowl and mix.
  • Mix in the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla.
  • Sift the flour in a separate bowl. Add the cornstarch, baking powder and salt and whisk together.
  • Slowly stir in the flour mixture into the sugar mixture until just combined.
  • Add the butterscotch chips & walnuts and fold them into the batter.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the pan and bake for 25-28 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and add a few more butterscotch chips to the top while it is still hot. Let cool. Cut with a plastic knife and Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 376kcal, Carbohydrates: 49g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 71mg, Sodium: 202mg, Potassium: 110mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 31g, Vitamin A: 441IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 41mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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9 Comments

  1. Netti says:

    3 stars
    These are good but the cook time is way off! I wish I wouldโ€™ve cooked them for at least another 10 minutes or even more. At 25-28 minutes, they were very undercooked, so therefore they were not chewy at all. I was very disappointed if I do decide to make again, I will definitely cook them longer.

  2. Robbie S says:

    5 stars
    So good! I’ve made them with and without the butterscotch morsels and love them either way!!

  3. Lily says:

    5 stars
    These brownies were divine, so much flavor!! I served them with ice cream and they all disappeared!

  4. Gina Ceraso says:

    5 stars
    I made these last night and hey are nearly gone already! My kids loved them!

  5. April says:

    5 stars
    OMG yummmm! Butterscotch is the best!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Ooh I couldn’t agree more. Love butterscotch over here too! Glad you enjoy the brownies!

  6. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    Another favorite treat thatโ€™s not the typical chocolate brownies but just as good!

  7. Kristina says:

    5 stars
    The butterscotch flavor with the texture of a brownie was yummy! Pretty easy recipe to follow. Thanks for sharing.

  8. Joy says:

    5 stars
    I absolutely love butterscotch!! Sometimes, I want something other than chocolate & these are it for me!!