Blonde Brownies
Blonde Brownies are the perfect dessert for anyone who loves the chewy goodness of brownies but prefers a butterscotch-like sweetness instead of chocolate. These bars are easy to make, using simple pantry ingredients, and can be baked in less than an hour. Their golden-brown colour, rich flavour, and soft texture make them ideal for parties, potlucks, or an everyday sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease or line an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Use dark brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
- Do not overbake to keep the bars moist and chewy.
- Blondies taste even better the next day as flavors develop.