Description
These easy blondies are a deliciously chewy and sweet treat, made with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for a quick dessert fix, they feature optional chocolate chips and nuts for extra texture and flavor. Simple to mix and bake, these blondies are ideal for beginner bakers and busy schedules alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and combined. Then add the large egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated to create a cohesive batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the blondies tough.
- Fold in Optional Add-Ins: If desired, fold in chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts to add texture and richness to your blondies.
- Bake the Blondies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs remaining.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares to ensure clean cuts and the best texture.
Notes
- For a gooier texture, slightly underbake the blondies and allow them to cool fully before cutting.
- Add a swirl of peanut butter on top before baking for extra flavor variation.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top after baking to enhance the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
