Description
Classic Blondies are rich, chewy dessert bars made with a buttery, brown sugar base and studded with chocolate chips and optional nuts. This easy-to-make recipe delivers golden-baked squares perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a nostalgic, buttery flavor and soft texture.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1½ cups light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and blended well. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt together ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the blondies.
- Add Chocolate and Nuts: Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts evenly throughout the batter for bursts of texture and flavor.
- Prepare to Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top turns golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 bars to serve.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, bake slightly less time and let the blondies cool in the pan.
- Try variations like white chocolate chips or a caramel swirl for added flavor.
- Store blondies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 4 days.
