Betty'S Crunchy Brownie Bars Recipe

Name: Betty'S Crunchy Brownie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crunchy Layer; 3/4 cup flour, sifted; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 3/4 cup butter, melted; Brownie Layer; 1 (21 1/4 ounce) package brownie mix (Betty Crocker Hershey's Triple Chunk Supreme); 3 tablespoons water; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 eggs; Frosting; 1 1/2 unsweetened chocolate squares (1 1/2 ounces); 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sift if lumpy; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 3 tablespoons hot water

Servings: persons

Crunchy Layer
3/4 cup flour, sifted
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
Brownie Layer
1 (21 1/4 ounce) package brownie mix (Betty Crocker Hershey's Triple Chunk Supreme)
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
Frosting
1 1/2 unsweetened chocolate squares (1 1/2 ounces)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sift if lumpy
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3 tablespoons hot water

1
For crunchy layer, combine flour, soda and salt; stir in oats and brown sugar.
2
Add the 3/4 cups melted butter and pat mixture in bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
3
Bake at 350u00b0F for 5 minutes; at this time it will not be completely baked.
4
While bottom layer is in the oven, prepare brownies as directed on package.
5
Spread batter in pan over crunchy layer.
6
Return to oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until done (do not over bake).
7
Prepare frosting when brownies are cool.
8
In a small saucepan melt together chocolate and the 3 tablespoons butter.
9
Remove from heat; immediately add confectioners' sugar, vanilla and 2 tablespoons hot water.
10
Stir until smooth; add remaining tablespoon hot water to make a soft, pourable consistency.
11
Spread over brownies while frosting is still hot; let set until firm.
12
Cut into bars.

1733

kcal

Calories

Fat

216

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crunchy Layer, 3/4 cup flour, sifted, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Betty'S Crunchy Brownie Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Betty'S Crunchy Brownie Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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