There is an enduring charm to the blondie that we just can’t deny loving. The often-overlooked cousin of the classic brownie deserves just as much admiration. With its distinctly buttery, caramelized brown sugar base and chewy, fudgy texture, the blondie offers something different. Not only does it have a comforting warmth but it’s also a versatile bar that’s a blank canvas for countless mix-ins. From chocolate chips and nuts to various fruits and candies, you can truly let your imagination run wild. Dive into the world of blondies and explore the essential recipes below that will help you master this golden dessert.
Blondie Recipes
Dark Rum Blondies
A little light and a little dark keeps us happy! These bars of sweetness pair with a helping of dark rum to bring these two sides into harmony. Not only are the blondies flavored with dark rum but so is the topping and whipped cream.
Pumpkin Blondies
Since we consider blondies to be a fall treat, the ultimate autumn upgrade would be to add pumpkin. But we don’t stop there, this recipe also includes chocolate chips, warming spices, and a cream cheese frosting on top.
Samoas® Blondies
Even though Girl Scout Cookies season is in the springtime, we think the flavors should be available all year-round. So, to make up for these missing bundles of joy, try these bars full of chocolate chips and sweetened coconut flakes. If you happen to have a box of Samoas (or a similar cookie) lying around, you can add those into the mix too.
Dirty Blondies with Chocolate, Hazelnut & Coffee
While you may find the chocolatey-ness of brownies a bit overwhelming, the more subtle base of a blondie leaves plenty of room for add-ins. These Dirty Blondies are the best way to dress up snack time since the recipe uses two types of chocolate, sea salt, ground coffee, and hazelnuts.
Rum Pecan Candy Corn Blondies
We know that candy corn is a hot topic. You either seem to love it or hate it. But, we think there’s a third option where you only like it in a recipe like this. These Rum Pecan Candy Corn Blondies burnish the sugary sweet of candy corn to a deeper, richer flavor thanks to spiced rum and crushed pecans.
SunButter® Blondies
Even those with dietary restrictions and nut allergens can still mix up a blondie that combines various tastes and textures. SunButter® Blondies use SunButter® to give a creamy, silky texture to your blondies. We like to include dark chocolate, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and black sesame seeds too for an extra touch.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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