Browned Butter Blondies
These Browned Butter Blondies are a delightful treat featuring soft, chewy centers and crisp edges, enriched with nutty browned butter and topped with crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
For the blondies
- 10 Tablespoons unsalted butter Start with unsalted butter for better control over seasoning.
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Fluff and spoon the flour into your measuring cup for accuracy.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Provides a little lift, resulting in a tender texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavors.
- 1 cup brown sugar, tightly packed Gives moisture and caramel-like taste.
- 1/2 cup sugar Adds depth and sweetness.
- 1/3 cup maple syrup Opt for pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
- 2 large eggs Extra yolk enriches the batter.
- 1 each egg yolk Additional yolk for a soft, chewy texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the sweetness.
For the walnut topping
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Helps bind the topping.
- 3 Tablespoons brown sugar, tightly packed Enhances caramel notes in the topping.
- 2 Tablespoons butter Melted butter makes the topping rich.
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Adds crunch and nuttiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease and flour a 9x9-inch pan.
- Cut the butter into tablespoon-sized pieces and melt it over medium-low heat.
- Once melted, increase the heat to medium, swirl the pan regularly, and look for the butter to turn golden brown and develop a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for 15 minutes.
Batter Mixing
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir the brown sugar and white sugar into the cooled butter until well combined, then add the maple syrup.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then pour it into the prepared pan.
Add Topping and Bake
- For the walnut topping, pulse the flour and brown sugar in a food processor. Add melted butter and mix until you have coarse crumbs. Stir in the walnuts.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the blondie batter and bake for about 35 minutes or until golden and set in the middle.
Serving
- Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.
Notes
For nut-free, omit the walnut topping or replace with chocolate chips. Extra flavor can be added with cinnamon or nutmeg. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For vegan, replace with vegan butter and flax eggs.