Sheet Pan Brownie Recipe

Sheetpan Brownies is the fudgy, delicious solution to baking a large batch dessert for potlucks, parties, and large holiday gatherings! Two dozen hand-held, easy-to-serve treats are made using simple ingredients that prep in just 10 minutes!

Sheet Pan Brownies Are Perfect For Potlucks!

Making a large batch dessert for potlucks and parties doesn’t have to be daunting when we now have this Sheetpan Brownies recipe to rescue us! This recipe preps mostly pantry staple ingredients in just 10 minutes before baking up in less than 20 minutes!

And just because this is a large batch dessert doesn’t mean we sacrifice flavor and texture! Instead, this brownie recipe is made using a one pot stovetop method that replaces the creaming process.

This method eliminates additional air in the brownie batter which in turn delivers chewy, fudgy brownies that have zero cake-like texture. Giving us the ultimate large-batch dessert that’s absolutely fudgy and delicious!

Ingredients for Sheet Pan Brownies

To keep this a recipe that everyone can make at any time I opted to keep it simple with high-quality pantry staple ingredients with the exception of one ingredient. And though the ingredients are simple, the one-pot method used in the recipe amps them up to give the brownies the yummiest, mouthwatering flavor and texture!

A batch of sheetpan brownies begins with unsalted butter, granulated sugar, canola oil, vanilla extract, eggs, all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. The ingredient that may be the exception to pantry staples is powdered milk.

Adding powdered milk to a batch of these brownies creates a better flavor profile that really makes them stand out! However, since the milk powder doesn’t impact the brownie structurally you can leave it out if you prefer.

Chunks of thick dark chocolate are then folded into the brownie batter to finish them off. I like using half of a Trader Joe’s Pound of Chocolate bar, but any thick baking chocolate bar will work as well.

If you prefer, a milk or semi-sweet chocolate bar can be used in place of dark chocolate. You can also use thinner baking chocolate such as Ghirardelli or prepackaged chocolate chunks, however, this swap may impact the flavor of the brownies as well as their thickness.

How To Make Thin Brownies

1. Prepare by preheating the oven and spraying a sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Melt unsalted butter over low heat and then stir in granulated sugar until the mixture becomes smooth. Remove this sugar mixture from the heat and allow it to cool.
3. Beat canola oil and vanilla extract into the melted butter and sugar mixture.
4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
5. Sift all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered milk, and salt into the mixture. Stir gently until the dry streaks in the batter are gone.
6. Fold a portion of the dark chocolate chunks into the brownie batter using a spatula.
7. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared sheet pan and then sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks on top.
8. Bake the homemade brownies until done and then cool them to room temperature before slicing into them.

How To Serve Sheetpan Brownies

Sheet pan brownies are easy to handle once they’ve been cooled so they can easily be served right out of the pan! These yummy brownies also make the tastiest blank canvas for other desserts such as:

• Brownie Ice Cream Sundaes – Place a slice of brownie in the bottom of a bowl and then top it with your favorite sundae toppings! We love our sundaes with a hearty scoop of vanilla ice cream, Homemade Whipped Cream, sprinkles, and a cherry. For potlucks and parties, you could offer a toppings bar with different ice cream choices, a variety of crushed candies, and ice cream syrups.
• Ice Cream Sandwiches – A great summer treat! Take two brownie slices and sandwich a scoop of your choice of ice cream between them. This dessert method would deliver a dozen ice cream brownie sandwiches using this sheetpan recipe.
• Layered Mini Brownie Cakes – These fun desserts can be layered with your favorite frosting! Try using American Buttercream Frosting, Best Chocolate Buttercream Frosting, Nutella Frosting, or even my favorite Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Frosting!
• Mini Brownie Pizzas – A fun, delicious option for kids or holiday parties! Cut these sheetpan brownies into triangles for a slice of make-your-own Brownie Pizza! Set out an assortment of frosting options and tasty toppings such as crushed candies, bits of edible cookie dough, sprinkles, and chocolate syrup.

How To Store Brownies

Sheet pan brownies can be left right on the pan for storage, to do so just tightly wrap the completely cooled pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Alternatively, you can also transfer sliced brownies into an airtight container or Ziploc bag with parchment paper separating the layers.

Once covered, store the homemade sheetpan brownies at room temperature to enjoy within 3 to 4 days.

How To Freeze Brownies

To freeze homemade brownies, transfer completely cooled slices into an airtight freezer-safe container or large Ziploc freezer bag with parchment paper separating the layers. The brownies can also be stored individually by wrapping each sliced brownie in plastic wrap and then again in aluminum foil.

Afterward, place the double-wrapped brownies into a freezer-safe container or Ziploc freezer bag and store them in the freezer. Once frozen, the brownies can be enjoyed for up to 3 months.

Freezing a batch of these sheetpan brownies is a great way to prep for the church potluck or bake sale! I also just love having individual slices tucked in the freezer for a ready-made treat I can just thaw and enjoy.

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• Brownie Pizza – This fun easy-to-make treat is the perfect dessert for pizza night!
• Brownie Batter Dip – Creamy, dream snack dip that’s made with just 5 easy ingredients!
• Peanut Butter Crunch Brownies – Gourmet style brownies with 3 mouthwatering layers!