Whole Wheat Butterscotch Brownies

I was working as the trail/camp cook for an outfitting company in Wyoming and wanted to make butterscotch brownies for the guests. This is my adaptation after reviewing a few recipes. It is designed for high-altitude baking (the ranch was at 6,800 feet).

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 12 bars

Ingredients

• 2  cups brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup butter, melted
• 3  cups whole wheat flour
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 4  large eggs
• 2  teaspoons vanilla
• 1 1⁄2 cups  chopped cashews

Directions

1. 1. Blend brown sugar and melted butter until smooth.
2. 2. In a separate bowl combine the flour, baking powder & salt - whisk together and set aside.
3. 3. In a third bowl combine the eggs and vanilla - beat together lightly.
4. 4. Add egg mixture to the sugar/butter combo and beat at medium speed for about 8 minutes.
5. 5. Fold in the flour mixture and beat 2 minutes or until blended.
6. 6. Fold the cashews into the mixture.
7. 7. Pour into a greased 13"x9" pan.
8. 8. Bake in a 350 f. degree oven for 30-40 minutes.