Brown Butter Pecan Blondies
Indulge in the warm, nutty bliss of Brown Butter Pecan Blondies, a delightful dessert that is sure to please any crowd. These chewy bars combine the rich flavor of browned butter with crunchy pecans and gooey chocolate chunks, creating a comforting treat perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ounces unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg plus one egg yolk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped into chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until browned. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter and light brown sugar until well combined. Stir in vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk until fully mixed.
- Gently fold in all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt until just combined; avoid overmixing. Finally, fold in chopped pecans and chocolate chunks.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for about 24 minutes or until edges are golden and center is slightly wobbly.
- Cool in the pan for at least an hour before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg