Description
Sweet butterscotch blondies dance with rich caramel notes, promising pure indulgence. Buttery squares deliver comfort and nostalgia, inviting you to savor each delectable, golden-edged bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (1 stick/113 grams) unsalted butter (melted)
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup butterscotch chips
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat the interior of an 8×8-inch baking vessel with butter or parchment paper to prevent potential sticking.
- Melt butter in a spacious mixing bowl, allowing it to cool slightly and develop a rich, golden hue.
- Whisk granulated and brown sugars into the warm butter until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition to create a silky, uniform texture.
- Gently fold vanilla extract into the wet ingredients, ensuring even distribution of the aromatic essence.
- Sift together flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl to eliminate potential lumps and ensure uniform consistency.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring with minimal agitation to maintain a tender crumb.
- Delicately fold butterscotch chips throughout the batter, distributing them evenly for maximum flavor in each bite.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven set to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick near the center – it should emerge with a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
- Remove from oven and allow blondies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into decadent squares.
Notes
- Swap brown sugar for coconut sugar to create a lower glycemic index treat that still maintains rich, caramel-like depth.
- Let blondies cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, precise squares with maximum chewiness and structural integrity.
- Enhance flavor complexity by toasting butterscotch chips briefly in a dry skillet before incorporating them into the batter, which releases deeper nutty undertones.
- Store blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking and maintain optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 123 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg