Dessert

Classic Blondies

Name: Classic Blondies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 16 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; ¼ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅔ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ cup walnut pieces (or pecans)

The vanilla cousin of the brownie: dense, chewy bars with deep brown sugar flavour, studded with chocolate chips and walnuts. Blondies are comfort in one bite—less intense than brownies but equally satisfying.

215calper serving 2gprotein 27gcarbs 11gfat 10min prep 25min cook 16serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Blondies — common questions

Can I make blondies ahead?

Yes; store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.

What if I don't have walnuts?

Use an equal amount of pecans, macadamia nuts, or almonds. For a nut-free version, simply omit them or add ½ cup additional chocolate chips instead.

Why are my blondies cakey instead of chewy?

You overbaked them or overmixed the batter. Bake only until the top is set and the centre jiggles slightly (22–25 minutes), and stir the batter minimally—just until the dry ingredients disappear.

Can I use dark brown sugar instead of light?

Yes; dark brown sugar will make the blondies more intensely flavoured and slightly softer. Use the same amount as light brown sugar in the recipe.

How do I cut blondies cleanly?

Let them cool to room temperature, then use a long sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between each cut. For extra-clean edges, cut them while still in the pan before lifting out.

Can I add other mix-ins?

Absolutely; try 1 teaspoon cinnamon in the dry mixture, or add toffee bits, shredded coconut, or white chocolate chips. Keep the total mix-ins to 1 cup (chocolate plus nuts plus any additions).