Golden Blondie Cookies: A Delightful and Versatile Recipe

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Blondies are the delightful, golden cousin of the classic brownie. With its rich, buttery flavor and chewy texture, blondies are a favorite among dessert lovers. These cookie bars are incredibly versatile, allowing for various mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or even dried fruit. Perfect for any occasion, blondies are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. This recipe will guide you through creating the perfect batch of blondies that are both delicious and visually appealing.

Get the Recipe Details: Blondie Cookie Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 ¼ cups brown sugar, tightly packed
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. Mixing the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined. Add the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
3. Combining Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Adding Mix-ins: Fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using. The batter will be thick.
5. Baking: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
6. Cooling: Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the blondies out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve.

Conclusion

Blondies are a wonderful treat that combines the best of both worlds: the chewy texture of a brownie and the rich, buttery flavor of a cookie. This recipe is simple yet versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite mix-ins. Whether you’re baking for a party, a potluck, or just a cozy night in, these blondies are sure to be a hit. Enjoy the sweet, caramel-like taste and the delightful chewiness of these classic cookie bars!