Chewy Blondies
These chewy blondies bring a sweet, buttery flavor and soft, fudgy texture, making them perfect for any casual occasion.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1.5 sticks unsalted butter, melted provides moisture
- 1.5 cups light brown sugar adds sweetness and a hint of caramel
- 1 large egg, at room temperature binds ingredients together
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract adds flavor depth
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt balances sweetness
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder provides slight lift
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour offers structure
- 1.75 cups mix-ins (chocolate chips or nuts) adds texture and flavor
- to taste flaky sea salt for sprinkling finishing touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and light brown sugar. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
- Add the large egg and additional egg yolk, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and fine sea salt.
- Sprinkle in the baking powder and all-purpose flour. Gently fold them into the mixture until just combined.
- Add the chosen mix-ins, gently folding until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
- Transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool completely before cutting.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for about a week or frozen for up to three months.