Blondies — Brown Butter Chocolate Chip
Chewy, crisp, and packed with nutty toffee notes from brown butter, these blondies are a simple yet irresistible treat.
Blondies — Brown Butter Chocolate Chip
Chewy, crisp, and packed with nutty toffee notes from brown butter, these blondies are a simple yet irresistible treat.
The Key Move
Brown the butter slowly and evenly to develop the best nutty flavor.
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The Setup
- SaucepanMedium
- Mixing BowlMedium
- Baking Pan8x8 inch
The Mise en Place
5 of 8Your prep station before cooking begins
The Dry Mix (0/4)
The Wet Mix (0/3)
Blondies are too dry.
Do not overbake. Check for doneness a few minutes early.
Blondies are too gooey.
Bake a few minutes longer. Ensure oven temperature is accurate.
Watch the Technique
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The Method
PREHEAT
Prep aheadPreheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
BROWN
Time-sensitiveIn a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until butter is golden brown and has a nutty aroma. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Swirl the pan occasionally to ensure even browning. • Golden brown butter with browned milk solids at the bottom of the pan • Nutty aroma
Butter should be golden brown with a nutty aroma.
TRANSFER
Remove from heat and transfer browned butter to a heatproof bowl. Let cool slightly for 5 minutes.
WHISK
Whisk in brown sugar (1 cup) until well combined. Add egg and vanilla extract (1 tsp) and whisk until smooth.
WHISK
Prep aheadIn a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder (½ tsp), and salt (¼ tsp).
ADD
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Overmixing can lead to tough blondies.
FOLD
Fold in chocolate chips (1 cup).
POUR
Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
BAKE
Time-sensitiveBake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
Golden brown edges
Edges should be golden brown and center slightly soft.
COOL
Let cool completely in pan before cutting into squares.
Cooling completely helps the blondies set properly.
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