Description
These Brown Butter Caramel Swirl Blondies are a special, comforting dessert featuring chewy, buttery bars with rich caramel ribbons, perfect for families and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, for structure and a satisfying chewiness
- 1 cup unsalted butter, browned for a deep, nutty flavor
- 1.5 cups packed brown sugar, provides moisture and classic blondie sweetness
- 2 large eggs, for binding and richness
- 1.5 tsp vanilla extract, enhances all flavors
- 0.5 tsp salt, balances sweetness
- 1 tsp baking powder, for a light lift
- 0.5 cup caramel sauce, your favorite store-bought or homemade for beautiful swirling
Instructions
- Brown The Butter: Melt the butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Watch closely until amber specks appear at the bottom and a rich, nutty smell fills your kitchen. Remove from heat immediately and let it cool slightly until just warm, about 5 minutes.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled brown butter and packed brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined, then stir in the vanilla extract until fragrant.
- Combine Dry With Wet: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter; a few streaks of flour are fine.
- Swirl Caramel And Bake: Pour the batter evenly into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the batter and gently swirl it with a knife, creating elegant ribbons. Bake at 350(F (175(C) for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and set, and the center still looks slightly soft. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Notes
Use good quality vanilla and organic ingredients for an elevated treat. Ensure brown sugar is soft. If short on time, use regular melted butter. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free blend. Avoid overbaking (blondies are done when a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs). Consider half whole wheat flour and reduced sugar for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: blondies, caramel, brown butter, easy dessert, chewy bars, baking, sweet treat, homemade, family recipe