Easy Blondie Recipe (aka Blondie Brownies) (2024)

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A super easy recipe for a classic, this Blondie Recipe mixes up fast, contains only 7 ingredients, and tastes amazing!

Step by step photos and instructions below!

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This recipe first appeared atThe Salty Marshmallowwhere I am a contributor.

Dense, buttery and vanilla-y, these blondies will satisfy your sweet tooth!

This recipe is an old favorite of mine to share with my family and anyone who happens to stop by my house. Blondies are buttery, dense, have a chewy texture and a delicious brown sugar/vanilla flavor, similar to butterscotch.

If you love these blondies, you’ll love my easy Homemade Brownies or my Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pie!

The smell of these baking fills my home, bringing everyone together. Make a double or triple batch for bake sales or other similar events – this blondie recipe is simple to make, using just 7 ingredients. I’d call that a winner!

Kylee’s Notes

What to do with leftovers

Substitutions/Additions

Freezing instructions

What is the difference between a Brownie and a Blondie?

They’re very similar in that they both contain flour, eggs, butter or oil, and sugar. However, Blondies are vanilla-based and use brown sugar, whereas Brownies are chocolate-based and use white. They’re both delicious!

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I have included step by step photos and instructions, as well as tips and tricks in the post. If you’d rather skip all that, scoot right on down to the recipe card located at the bottom of the post.

You’ll need a large bowl, a 8×8 or 9×13 baking pan (depending on how thick you like your blondies, and a wooden spoon for mixing. No stand mixer or any other special equipment required!

Kylee’s Notes

  • It is ok if the middle is a bit soft as it will firm up as it cools.
  • You may wish to add semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips to your blondies. I like them plain, but you do you!
  • Chopped nuts are a great addition, try macadamia, walnut or pecan for an epic twist!
  • Lining the baking pan with parchment paper will help you remove the blondies from the pan cleanly.

Recipe Ingredients and Possible Substitutes

The full list of ingredients and quantities is found in the printable recipe card below.

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  • Butter. I use unsalted butter in this recipe, but use salted interchangeable with no issues. If you’re worried, just reduce the salt you add, or leave it out altogether.
  • Brown Sugar. Dark brown sugar or light brown sugar works just fine in this recipe.
  • Eggs. I use large ones!
  • Vanilla
  • Flour. Regular, all-purpose flour.
  • Baking Powder
  • Salt. See above.

How to make Blondies

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The full list of ingredients, quantities and instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.

Get prepped

Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 8×8 pan with cooking spray or coat with butter.

Make the batter

In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla extract and stir vigorously until smooth.

Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until well incorporated.

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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out.

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Bake

Place in the oven to bake for 30 mins (for 9×13) or 40-45 minutes (for 8×8) until edges are golden and toothpick comes out mostly clean. Don’t just put in the oven and forget about it, keep checking.

Cool & Cut

Allow to cool completely on a wire rack, then remove to a cutting board and cut into squares.

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Easy Blondie Recipe

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A classic, easy recipe for the best Blondies ever!! Dense, with a delicious butter/brown sugar flavor, you'll make these over and over!

Author: Kylee Ayotte

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Yield: 16

Ingredients

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray an 8×8 or 9×13 pan with cooking spray or coat with butter.

  • In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar.

  • Add eggs and vanilla and stir vigorously until smooth.

  • Add the flour, baking powder, and salt and stir until well incorporated.

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out.

  • Place in the oven to bake for 30 mins (for 9×13) or 40-45 minutes (for 8×8) until edges are golden and toothpick comes out mostly clean. Don't just put in the oven and forget about it, keep checking.

  • Allow to cool completely, then cut into squares.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 384IU | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

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Nutritional information is an estimate and provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

About Kylee Ayotte

I am a born and raised New Zealander (a Kiwi), now living in Phoenix, Arizona. I’m happily married to the love of my life – a hot American boy I met while traveling the world. I’m a mama to 2 awesome little boys and love red things, rugby, cheesecake, and bacon. Mmmmm. Bacon. Read More

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  1. Clare Roncarelli says

    I adjusted the pan size to 9x 13 and reduced the cooking time to 35 mins .
    Came out great .

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  2. Carlla says

    These were ok! I think a metal pan would’ve served me better than glass. My bars burnt on the outside but weren’t cooked on the inside (brand new oven too). Overall they were decent

    Reply

  3. Kellen says

    I found this recipe looking for something last minute to make for a pot luck. I already had everything needed and they seemed easy and fast. They were amazing! Sort of a butterscotch flavor, chewy, simple without being bland and rich without being too heavy or sweet. Everyone loved them. I’m definitely going to make them again and experiment with some mix ins and substitutions, but they’re also great just as the recipe reads. Definitely use a 9×13 tho. Thankfully that’s all I had and they turned out great.

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FAQs

Are blondies the same as brownies? ›

Both have chewy textures. However, blondies have a much lighter and softer taste than brownies. The ingredients used in brownies are where the two recipes diverge the most. Blondies use vanilla extract and brown sugar instead of cocoa powder to get their flavor, while brownies use chocolate and cocoa.

What are blonde brownies made of? ›

Blondies are basically 'blonde brownies.' There is no cocoa or melted chocolate in the batter of a blondie. Instead, blondies are made with brown sugar for a rich butterscotch flavor and plenty of vanilla extract for a wonderful vanilla flavor. A good blondie is gooey, chewy, and a little fudgy.

What is another name for blonde brownies? ›

There are various names these confectionary items go by; they are most commonly known as blondies but they can also be called blonde brownies or butterscotch brownies.

Are blondies meant to be gooey in the middle? ›

FAQs and Expert Tips. Are blondies meant to be gooey in the middle? Yes, blondies should have a gooey middle and be chewy. Don't overbake them or they will be dry.

What are girl brownies called now? ›

On Jan. 11, the organization announced Brownies will now be called Embers. Embers is the program for seven and eight-year-old girls. Parents whose kids are in Girl Guides received an email explaining the change.

What are the three types of brownies? ›

Brownie textures fall into three general camps… Cakey, fudgy and chewy. Cakey brownies, like the name implies, are light, moist and airy, with a slightly fluffy, cake-like interior. Fudgy brownies are moist, dense and gooey, with almost the texture of fudge, but not quite as compact.

Why do my blondies taste like cake? ›

Cakey blondies can be a result of too much liquid in the batter, over-baking, or under-stirring. First and foremost, follow the recipe instructions and only add 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk. That means you'll have an extra egg white leftover when making this recipe.

Why is it called a blondie brownie? ›

This means the original brownies were blondies but blondies get their name from brownies. And where do brownies get their name from? Not their colour. Brownies take their name from the mischievous little creatures - called 'brownies'' - that featured in the cartoons and poems of the Candian author Palmer Cox.

Why are they called S * * * * * brownies? ›

The Londoner describes why they called them "slu*tty brownies" perfectly: "they're oh so easy, and more than a little bit filthy." Just as simple as I would've imagined. They are as easy to make as they are messy to eat. If you look up slu*tty Brownies on Pinterest there are thousands of recipes listed.

What is the difference between blonde and blondie? ›

Referring to blonde women as "Blondie" or "Blondy" is a colloquial and informal way of using a term based on their hair color. Here are a few potential reasons for this: Simplicity: Nicknames or terms of endearment are often simple and catchy. "Blondie" is a straightforward way of identifying someone with blonde hair.

What is the old version of brownies? ›

Did you know that Brownies were originally called 'Rosebuds'? Rosebuds was established in 1914 for girls to join before they became Guides. Just one year later, the name was changed to Brownies. Brownies are the second-youngest members of the Girlguiding family, for girls aged between 7 and 10.

How do you know when a blondie is done? ›

Be sure not to overcook your blondies or they might turn out overly hard and dry. You can also insert a toothpick into the middle of your pan to test for doneness. If the toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs attached your bars are ready!

Why is my blondie not cooking? ›

They might be undercooked, or cooked in too hot an oven. If the oven is too hot, the outside will cook nicely, but, the heat won't get a chance to cook the inside of your baking. Try making another batch, here are three ways to fix this: Use a larger pan, the batter will be thinner and cook more evenly.

Why are my blondies falling apart? ›

If your blondies are coming apart in your hands, it's likely for one of three reasons: You didn't aerate the eggs enough. The leading cause of raw, sunken blondies is not whipping enough air into the batter.

Why are brownies called blondies? ›

Chocolate was an early-20th-century innovation that quickly became the norm. At about mid-century, molasses brownies became known as blonde brownies. Soon after, the name shortened to blondies, giving the confection its own identity outside the brownie's shadow.

What is the difference between blondies and white chocolate brownies? ›

Blondies differ significantly from white chocolate brownies. Unlike the white chocolate brownie or the normal brownie, they contain no chocolate or chocolate flavouring, other than chocolate chips, which may be included. They may also contain coconut, nuts, toffee, or any other chunky candy for added texture.

Why are they called blonde brownies? ›

They're called blondies because they lack the brown cocoa powder of brownies. They're blonde with vanilla and brown sugar, not brown.

What is the difference between blondie and white chocolate brownie? ›

Blondies are made without chocolate, while white chocolate brownies are made with melted chocolate in the batter (like regular brownies!). No, they're not brown, but they are made much like brownies are and still have a rich chewy fudgy-like brownie texture, so they're brownies to me!

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