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Blondies

When I was looking for the perfect blondie, I went to the source on all things chocolate chipified: my good friend and fellow baker Dede Wilson, author of A Baker’s Field Guide to Chocolate Chip Cookies. I knew she’d come through with a killer recipe, and boy, did she ever.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 12 blondies

Ingredients

1

/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter

1

cup (140 g) flour

1

/2 teaspoon baking powder

1

/8 teaspoon baking soda

1

/8 teaspoon salt

1

cup (180 g) packed light brown sugar

1

teaspoon vanilla extract

1

large egg

2

/3 cup (115 g) chocolate chips

2

/3 cup (75 g) pecans or walnuts, toasted (see page 13) and coarsely chopped

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

    Step 2

    Butter an 8-inch (20-cm) square pan and cut a square of parchment or wax paper to fit the bottom.

    Step 3

    Melt the butter in a medium saucepan, then let it cool to room temperature.

    Step 4

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir the brown sugar and vanilla into the melted butter, then stir in the egg.

    Step 5

    Stir the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients, then fold in the chocolate chips and nuts.

    Step 6

    Scrape the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and bake for 30 minutes, until slightly puffed in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

    Step 7

    Serve topped with ice cream and sauce.

  2. Storage

    Step 8

    Wrap the pan with foil and store at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.

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