Blueberry Blondies (Printable Version)
Soft, chewy blondies loaded with juicy blueberries and vanilla. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
08 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
09 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, stir melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
05 - Gently fold in the blueberries and white chocolate chips if using.
06 - Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
07 - Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into bars.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- These blondies strike that perfect balance between fudgy and cakey, with bursts of juicy blueberries in every bite
- They come together in one bowl with minimal fuss, making them ideal for last minute dessert cravings or unexpected guests
02 -
- I once rushed the cooling process and ended up with crumbly edges, so now I practice patience or at least try to
- Frozen blueberries will turn your batter slightly purple, and I've learned to embrace the swirls instead of fighting them
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the melted butter from seizing up when you add the egg
- Use a light colored pan to prevent the edges from over baking before the center sets