Few treats hit the spot like a rich, fudgy brownie or a buttery traybake bar. This collection has gooey classics, indulgent twists, and easy no-bake options for every craving.
You will find brownies, blondies, and fruity bars, many ready in under an hour. Each one links straight through to the full recipe.
Three to Start With
- The Best Fudgy Chewy Brownies: deeply chocolatey with the perfect crackly top.
- Millionaire Brownies: a decadent mash-up of brownie and caramel shortbread.
- Lemon Raspberry Bars: bright, fruity, and a refreshing change.
Why You Will Love These Brownie and Bar Recipes
- They are easy to make and even easier to share.
- There are fudgy brownies, fruity bars, and no-bake options.
- Most come together in one tin with minimal fuss.
- They are perfect for bake sales, parties, and lunchboxes.
The Brownie and Bar Recipes
1. The Best Fudgy Chewy Brownies Recipe
Deeply fudgy, chewy brownies with a glossy, crackly top. They are rich, chocolatey, and foolproof. The only brownie recipe you need.
Key ingredients: plain all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, dark chocolate chopped, butter salted or unsalted, eggs room temperature
Total time: 30 min | Ingredients: 11
2. Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe
Cute heart-shaped brownies, perfect for sharing the love. They are rich, fudgy, and fun to decorate. A sweet treat for any celebration.
Key ingredients: unsweetened chocolate, chocolate chips, pink red, eggs, vanilla extract
Total time: 40 min | Ingredients: 10
3. Maple Pecan Brownie Bars Recipe
Fudgy brownie bars topped with maple and crunchy pecans. They are rich, nutty, and indulgent. A cozy autumn-inspired bake.
Key ingredients: / 170 g butter, / 213 g dark brown sugar, / 142 g dark maple syrup, egg at room temperature, vanilla extract, / 284 g all-purpose flour
💡 Cook’s tip: / 170 g butter. Use good quality high-fat butter because you’ll taste it in the final result.
Total time: 45 min | Ingredients: 9
4. Millionaire Brownies Recipe
Decadent brownies layered with caramel and chocolate, like a millionaire’s shortbread. They are rich and utterly indulgent. A real showstopper bar.
Key ingredients: powdered sugar ¾ cup, fine salt ½ tsp, sweetened condensed milk 1 can, light brown sugar ½ cup, light corn syrup 2 tbsp, vanilla extract 1 tsp
💡 Cook’s tip: unsalted butter 1 cup. Softened for the crust and topping; gives a rich, creamy flavor.
Total time: 60 min | Ingredients: 12
5. No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups Recipe
Fun no-bake brownie cups topped with colorful candy. They are rich, playful, and kid-friendly. A nostalgic treat with no oven needed.
Key ingredients: almond flour, flax meal, runny almond butter, medjool dates, cocoa powder, dairy-free milk
Total time: 60 min | Serves: 8 | Ingredients: 11
6. Outrageous Snickers Brownies Recipe
Over-the-top brownies loaded with Snickers for caramel, peanut, and chocolate in every bite. They are seriously indulgent. A crowd-pleasing showstopper.
Key ingredients: marshmallow fluff, creamy peanut butter, caramel bits or unwrapped caramels, milk or heavy cream, dry roasted peanuts, milk chocolate chips
💡 Cook’s tip: marshmallow fluff. Creates that soft chewy center that contrasts the dense brownies.
Total time: 50 min | Ingredients: 9
7. Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe
Fudgy brownies swirled with creamy peanut butter. The chocolate and peanut combo is irresistible. A rich, crowd-pleasing bake.
Key ingredients: semi-sweet chocolate, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter
Total time: 55 min | Ingredients: 10
8. Strawberry Crunch Brownies Recipe
Chocolate brownies topped with a sweet strawberry crunch layer. They are fruity, fun, and eye-catching. A playful twist on a classic.
Key ingredients: strawberry cake mix, egg, salted butter melted, heavy cream, white chocolate chips, cream cheese room temperature
💡 Cook’s tip: strawberry cake mix. Gives a vibrant strawberry flavor and a soft brownie-like texture.
Total time: 40 min | Ingredients: 13
9. Roasted Cherry Brownies Recipe
Rich brownies studded with sweet roasted cherries. The fruit adds a lovely jammy depth. A grown-up twist on a favorite.
Key ingredients: semisweet chocolate chips, light brown sugar, eggs room temperature, vanilla extract, dutch-processed cocoa powder
💡 Cook’s tip: sweet cherries. I prefer Bing cherries for their natural sweetness.
Total time: 50 min | Ingredients: 11
10. Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe
Thick cookie bars loaded with chocolate chips and salted caramel. They are gooey, sweet, and salty. A brilliant easy traybake.
Key ingredients: ≈ 265.6 g all‑purpose flour, baking soda, ≈ 220 g light brown sugar, ≈ 100 g granulated sugar, egg, egg yolk
💡 Cook’s tip: ≈ 265.6 g all‑purpose flour. A good base for texture; don’t substitute with whole wheat here if you want that tender chew.
Total time: 45 min | Ingredients: 13
11. Lemon Raspberry Bars Recipe
Zesty lemon bars swirled with sweet raspberry. They are bright, fruity, and refreshing. A lovely change from chocolate.
Key ingredients: graham cracker crumbs, salted butter melted, zest of 1 lemon, egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice
💡 Cook’s tip: graham cracker crumbs. Gives a crunchy buttery base.
Total time: 60 min | Ingredients: 9
12. Carrot Cake Bars Recipe
Moist, spiced carrot cake in easy bar form with cream cheese frosting. They are cozy and crowd-pleasing. Perfect for sharing.
Key ingredients: melted butter, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, baking powder, egg yolk
💡 Cook’s tip: melted butter. Unsalted butter works best as it allows you to control the salt level. Melt it for easier mixing.
Total time: 60 min | Serves: 9 | Ingredients: 13
For fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking and pull them out while the center still looks slightly underdone. They firm up as they cool.
Line your tin with parchment so you can lift the whole slab out and cut clean bars.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when brownies are done?
Pull them out when the edges are set but the center still looks a little soft and a skewer comes out with moist crumbs. They continue cooking as they cool, which keeps them fudgy.
How do I get clean slices from bars?
Let bars cool completely, ideally chilling them first, then slice with a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts. Lining the tin with parchment makes lifting and cutting far easier.
Can I freeze brownies and bars?
Yes. Most freeze beautifully for up to three months. Wrap them well or store in an airtight container, and thaw at room temperature when you want one.
How should I store brownies and bars?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or in the fridge for cream-based bars. A slice of bread in the tub helps keep brownies soft.