These tasty dessert bars are an excellent variation of classic brownies and the perfect treat for those like Julia who prefer vanilla to chocolate.
STEP ONE – Preparations
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line an 8×8-inch metal pan with 2 pieces of aluminum foil and lightly spray with canola spray.
- Get out a medium bowl and a large bowl.
- Set up a cooling rack.
STEP TWO – Make the Batter
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- In the large bowl, microwave the butter for 40 seconds and let cool briefly.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- In the medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips.
- Add the dry to the wet ingredients and stir to incorporate without overmixing.
STEP THREE – Bake the Blondies
- Spoon the batter into the pan and evenly distribute with a spatula.
- Bake for 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the blondies on the cooling rack for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the pan and cool for another 10 minutes.
- Cut into 9 squares and enjoy!
Recommended Serving Size: 1 blondie
Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat
For sure stealing this recipe 😋 thank you!!
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You’re so welcome! We hope you enjoy 😊
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These look super yumm!!
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Thank you! They really are!
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Really simple switch from chocolate to vanilla to create these bars.
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It sure is!
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I love that kind of sweets!
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Yes! Homemade with the right balance of sweetness, our favorite kind!
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OOH yum, these look awesome. I love blondies, and these just look so perfect!
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Thank you! They’re so yummy 😋
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Lovely blondies
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Thank you!
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Absolute Yum..you inspired me to make some🙂
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Yay! We hope you enjoy 😊
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