Blondies
Chewy and rich blondies with a hint of vanilla and sweet brown sugar, perfect for snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
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 (e.g., chocolate chips or chopped nuts) (180g)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper or foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and melted butter until free of lumps.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisk until thick and creamy.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in ¾ cup of the chosen mix-ins.
Baking
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, smoothing into an even layer. Press the remaining ¼ cup of mix-ins into the top.
- Bake for 32 to 36 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
These blondies are perfect for serving with coffee, as an afternoon snack, or at family gatherings. They store well at room temperature or in the fridge for a week. Freezing is also an option for longer storage.