Description
This irresistible blondies recipe features a perfect balance of chewy texture and rich buttery flavor, enhanced by your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips and nuts. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, these blondies make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (220g)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (113g)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup mix-in’s such as white, semi-sweet chocolate or butterscotch chips; chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds (180g)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on at least two sides. This will make it easier to lift out the baked blondies later.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the packed light brown sugar and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking vigorously until the mixture thickens and becomes well combined.
- Incorporate dry and wet mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir with a spatula just until nearly combined. Then gently fold in ¾ cup of your choice of mix-ins (e.g., chocolate chips, nuts) so they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Prepare for baking: Transfer the blondie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Press the remaining ¼ cup of mix-ins onto the top of the batter to create a beautiful, tasty crust.
- Bake and cool: Bake the blondies in the preheated oven for 32 to 36 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares for serving.
Notes
- Make sure the egg is at room temperature for better incorporation and texture.
- You can customize the mix-ins with your favorite combination of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or chopped nuts.
- Use parchment paper or foil with overhang to easily remove the blondies without cutting inside the pan.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the blondies tender and chewy.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
