Butterscotch Brownies for a Crowd - Joy of Cooking
Butterscotch Brownies for a Crowd
Perfect Dessert for Picnics, BBQs, and Parties!
When you need a dessert to feed a crowd, these Butterscotch Brownies are the answer! Sweet, buttery, and oh-so-chewy, this recipe makes 48 generous pieces, perfect for sharing. Whether it’s a picnic, barbecue, or family gathering, these crowd-pleasers are quick to prepare and impossible to resist.
Adapted from the classic Joy of Cooking, this recipe can be easily scaled down for smaller batches or customized with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or coconut. Either way, these brownies always deliver on flavor and nostalgia.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect for Crowds: Makes 48 brownies—ideal for large gatherings.
Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples like butter, brown sugar, and vanilla create rich butterscotch flavor.
Customizable: Add nuts or coconut for extra texture.
Quick and Easy: Minimal prep, one pan, and a short bake time make this a no-fuss favorite.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
4 cups brown sugar
4 eggs, slightly beaten
3 tsp vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Wet Ingredients: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and smooth. Cool slightly.
Add Vanilla and Eggs: Stir in the vanilla, then quickly mix in the eggs to avoid scrambling.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined.
Prepare the Pan: Line a 12 x 16-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Pour in the batter and spread evenly with a spatula.
Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 48 squares. Serve on a platter and enjoy!
Tips and Variations
Original Recipe: Scale down by dividing the ingredients by four. Add ½ to 1 cup chopped nuts or ¾ cup shredded coconut for extra flavor. Bake in a 9 x 9-inch pan for about 25 minutes.
Storage: Keep brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Serving Idea: These are extra delicious topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
