Classic Blondies
Classic Blondies get their rich, caramel-like flavor from brown butter and packed brown sugar rather than chocolate. The batter comes together in one bowl and bakes in about 25 minutes, producing a chewy, dense bar with slightly crisp edges. Cut them into squares once fully cooled for the cleanest slices.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup brown sugar packed; for a deeper flavor, use dark brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs preferably organic
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt preferred
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour sifted for a lighter texture
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional, can substitute with chocolate chips or leave out for a nut-free version
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper for easier removal.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the walnuts or your preferred mix-ins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the blondie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the blondies are lightly golden on the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake, as this will alter the chewy texture.
- Allow to cool in the pan before slicing into bars. Serve them warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a richer vanilla flavor, use a vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract.
- If desired, drizzle with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 372kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 157mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 520IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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