Best 7 Bettys Crunchy Brownie Bars Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with Betty's Crunchy Brownie Bars, a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of chocolate and caramel. These delectable bars feature a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a layer of gooey caramel and a sprinkling of crunchy chopped walnuts. The result is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating these irresistible bars, including tips for achieving the perfect fudgy texture and a smooth, glossy caramel layer. Additionally, the article offers variations of the recipe to cater to different preferences. For those who prefer a more decadent treat, there's a recipe for Triple Chocolate Brownie Bars, which adds an extra layer of chocolate ganache on top of the caramel. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, there's a recipe for Gluten-Free Crunchy Brownie Bars that uses almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, Betty's Crunchy Brownie Bars are a must-try. With their irresistible combination of chocolate, caramel, and walnuts, these bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these delightful treats!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROWNIE GOODY BARS



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Everything that's irresistible about a candy bar just got rolled into one recipe-brownies on the bottom, frosting and peanuts in the middle and crunchy cereal on top.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box
1 1/4 cups Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16 oz container)
1/2 cup salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
2 cups crisp rice cereal
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom of 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. (For easier cutting, line pan with foil, grease bottom and sides of foil). Make and bake brownies as directed on box. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Frost brownies with frosting. Sprinkle with peanuts; refrigerate while making cereal mixture.
  • Measure cereal into large bowl; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour over cereal in bowl, stirring until evenly coated. Spread over frosted brownies. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set before cutting. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 37 g, TransFat 0 g

TRADITIONAL BROWNIE GOODY BARS



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Everything that's irresistible about a good candy bar just got rolled into one recipe. What's your favorite part? The brownies on the bottom? The frosting and peanuts in the middle? Or the crunchy cereal on the top?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
3/4 cup salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
3 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray or shortening. (For easier cutting, line pan with foil, then grease foil on bottom only of pan.)
  • Make and bake brownies as directed on box. Cool completely.
  • Frost brownies with frosting. Sprinkle with peanuts; refrigerate while making cereal mixture.
  • Measure cereal into large bowl; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour over cereal in bowl, stirring until evenly coated. Spread over frosted brownies. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set before cutting. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered at room temperature or in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 1 g

SIX-LAYER BROWNIE BARS



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Layers of decadence over easy-mix brownie batter create this ultimate brownie bar.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup toffee bits
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2/3 cup (from 14-oz can) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 8-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie batter as directed on box. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 35 to 38 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean.
  • Top with coconut, toffee bits, chocolate chips and pecans. Drizzle evenly with condensed milk. Bake 18 to 22 minutes longer or until golden brown and bubbling along edges. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 3 hours. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g

DEATH BY CHOCOLATE CRUNCH BARS



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These Deathy By Chocolate Crunch Bars bring everything into a chocolate brownie bar that you can imagine. You start with a base of Betty Crocker™ Fudge Brownie Mix and then layer in peanut butter candies with a crunchy shell, Count Chocula™ cereal, peanut butter and chocolate chips. Top the bars with Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Chocolate Frosting. Each bite has sweet chocolate and peanut butter flavor to die for.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (18.3 oz) Betty Crocker™ fudge brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box
1 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting (from 16-oz container)
1/2 cup peanut butter candy in a crunchy shell
3 1/2 cups Count Chocula™ cereal
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/3 cups (8 oz) semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil; spray cooking spray on bottom only of foil.
  • Make and bake brownies as directed on box for 9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Frost brownies with frosting. Sprinkle with peanut butter candies; refrigerate while making cereal mixture.
  • In medium bowl, measure 3 cups of the cereal; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour over cereal in bowl, stirring until evenly coated. Spread over frosted brownies.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cereal, slightly pressing on top. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set before cutting. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 4, ServingSize 1 Bar, TransFat 0 g

CRISPY BROWNIE BARS



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I saw this recipe on the Betty Crocker Website. These look so delicious! In the original recipe, it has 3/4 cup chopped peanuts that you add to the top of the frosting layer, but I despise nuts and so these are optional if you like them! I am not including the chill times, just in preparing in each step.

Provided by LDSMom128

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 Bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 ounces betty crocker Original Supreme brownie mix
1/2 cup oil
1/3 cup water
3 eggs
1 lb vanilla frosting
3 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (2)

Steps:

  • Make the brownies by combining the brownie mix, oil, water, and eggs. Stir well. Pour the batter into a large baking dish and bake at 375 degrees for about 18-20 minutes and they are cooked through.
  • Cool completely for about an hour. Frost the brownies and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  • While the brownies are chilling again, melt the peanut butter and the chocolate chips in a large pan on the stove. Add the crispy rice cereal and stir well. Remove the brownies from the refrigerator and pour the cereal mixture on top of the frosting, smoothing out the top. Allow to cool completely until set, for about 25 minutes or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.3, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 207.1, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 21, Protein 5.5

MARSHMALLOW CRUNCH BROWNIE BARS



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These are for all lovers of brownies, rocky road, marshmallows and even rice crispie squares...decadent heaven in a bar. It is different from a couple of other recipes in using real chocolate YAY :) and has even more chocolate chips..oh so good..jcomes from http://www.eatmedelicious.com where they give a tip for vegans since marshmallows have gelatin, use marshmallow fluff.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
5/8 cup unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (10 1/2 ounce) package mini marshmallows
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the chocolate, butter, and 3/4 cup of the semisweet chocolate chips on medium heat. Stir occasionally while melting. Set aside and cool for 5 minutes. In a medium bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, place the eggs and whisk thoroughly. Add in the sugar and vanilla. Stir the melted ingredients into the egg mixture, mixing well. Stir in the dry sifted ingredients and mix well. Fold in the remaining 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and even with a spatula. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the corner of the pan comes out with moist crumbs.
  • Remove the brownies from the oven, and immediately sprinkle the marshmallows over them. Return the pan to the oven for 3 more minutes.
  • While the brownies are baking, place the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until melted. Remove from heat, add the cereal,and mix well. Allow this to cool for 3 minutes or so.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over the marshmallow layer. Refrigerate until chilled before cutting. Makes 12 3×3-inch bars.

CHOCOLATE CRUNCH BROWNIES



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The first time I took these brownies to work, I knew I'd better start making copies of the recipe-they disappeared fast! My husband and kids gobble them up quickly, too. -Pat Mueller, Mitchell, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
3 cups crisp rice cereal

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended., Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 24-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Cool in pan on a wire rack. Spread marshmallow creme over cooled brownies., In a small saucepan, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in cereal. Spread over top. Refrigerate until set. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the brownies will taste. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the brownies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies in a preheated oven. This will help them rise evenly.
  • Don't overbake the brownies. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly. Bake them just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.
  • Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Betty's Crunchy Brownie Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to bake sales. With their rich chocolate flavor and crispy edges, these brownies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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