I love baking my Chewy Butterscotch Brownies using simple ingredients like melted unsalted butter, rich brown sugar, fresh eggs and plenty of butterscotch chips. This delightful treat brings together a sweet, satisfying texture and flavor that always leaves me smiling as I mix timeless pantry staples into a dessert I adore.

I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting in the kitchen and finally came up with these butterscotch brownies that totally blew my mind. I love how the chewy, sweet blonde brownies break away from the usual chocolate ones.
First I melt 1 cup unsalted butter then mix in 2 cups packed brown sugar until it gets nice and rich. I add 2 large eggs with 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and watch the mixture transform (sometimes it doesn’t look like much but trust me it does).
Then I stir in 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour along with a little 1/2 teaspoon baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt to keep things balanced. Finally I fold in 1 cup of butterscotch chips which takes these brownies to a whole new level.
I’ve tried other butterscotch recipes before but nothing beats the fudgy, chewy perfection in these brownies. Give it a try and see what you think!
Why I Like this Recipe
1. I love how the chewy texture gives these brownies a homemade, comforting feel that takes me back to simpler times.
2. The blend of brown sugar and melted butter makes a rich, caramel flavor that I just can’t get enough of.
3. The butterscotch chips add an extra burst of sweetness that makes every bite a little celebration.
4. I really appreciate how easy it is to whip these up, so I can enjoy a sweet treat without any fuss.
Yo, you gotta try these butterscotch brownies ’cause they’re super sweet and chewy, just the way I like ’em. They got this cool blonde look and a flavor that’s all about brown sugar and butter – like, seriously, it’s the best combo ever! Every time I bite into one, it reminds me of those fun days when nothing else mattered and all I cared about was a tasty treat. Trust me, you’re gonna love ’em!
Ingredients

- Unsalted butter offers rich fats enhancing flavor and texture in every bite.
- Brown sugar is packed with carbohydrates that sweeten the brownies without being too healthy.
- Eggs add protein and moisture to help bind ingredients for a fudgy texture.
- Vanilla extract infuses a mild, aromatic taste that amplifies the overall flavor.
- All-purpose flour mainly provides carbohydrates to give structure, though it lacks fibre.
- Butterscotch chips deliver a unique sweet burst that truly makes this treat special.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
How to Make this
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and the packed brown sugar, stirring well until smooth.
3. Crack in the 2 large eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract until everything is nicely blended.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, the baking powder, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to your butter mixture and stir gently until just combined, do not overmix!
6. Fold in the butterscotch chips, making sure they spread out evenly through the batter.
7. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
8. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely before cutting.
10. Once cooled, slice them up and enjoy these super chewy and sweet blonde brownies!
Equipment Needed
1. Preheated oven set to 350°F
2. 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper
3. Large mixing bowl for wet ingredients
4. Separate bowl for dry ingredients
5. Measuring cups and spoons
6. Sifter for the dry ingredients
7. Spatula for folding and spreading batter
8. Whisk or fork for beating the eggs
9. Toothpick to test for doneness
10. Cooling rack or plate for letting the brownies cool completely
FAQ
Butterscotch Brownies Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- If you dont have unsalted butter you can use salted butter instead, just cut back on the extra salt later
- If you dont have brown sugar, mix white sugar with a bit of molasses (about 1 tbsp per cup sugar) to get a similar flavor
- If youre out of eggs, you can substitute 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for each egg, it works pretty well in brownies
- If you dont have vanilla extract, a few drops of almond extract or even a bit of maple syrup can do the trick
Pro Tips
1. When you mix the melted butter with the brown sugar, try stirring it a bit longer than you normally would. This helps dissolve the sugar better and makes the whole batter smoother and richer in flavor.
2. Be super careful when you add the dry ingredients to your butter mixture. Dont overmix it, as this can make your brownies turn out tough instead of chewy.
3. Keep an eye on the oven. Since every oven is different, start checking a couple minutes before the timer goes off. You want to see a few moist crumbs when you insert a toothpick so your brownies stays fudgy and not overdone.
4. For an extra flavor boost, try topping your batter with a tiny pinch of sea salt before baking. It creates a really nice contrast with the sweet butterscotch chips and makes every bite more interesting.
Butterscotch Brownies Recipe
My favorite Butterscotch Brownies Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. Preheated oven set to 350°F
2. 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper
3. Large mixing bowl for wet ingredients
4. Separate bowl for dry ingredients
5. Measuring cups and spoons
6. Sifter for the dry ingredients
7. Spatula for folding and spreading batter
8. Whisk or fork for beating the eggs
9. Toothpick to test for doneness
10. Cooling rack or plate for letting the brownies cool completely
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and the packed brown sugar, stirring well until smooth.
3. Crack in the 2 large eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract until everything is nicely blended.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, the baking powder, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to your butter mixture and stir gently until just combined, do not overmix!
6. Fold in the butterscotch chips, making sure they spread out evenly through the batter.
7. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
8. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely before cutting.
10. Once cooled, slice them up and enjoy these super chewy and sweet blonde brownies!









