🧈 Buttery Caramel Blondies – Rich, Chewy & Irresistible 🍯
✨ Introduction
If you love deep caramel flavors, soft chewy centers, and that irresistible buttery aroma, these Buttery Caramel Blondies are about to become your new favorite treat. Think of them as the golden cousin of brownies—no cocoa, just rich brown sugar magic. They’re simple, comforting, and perfect for everyday baking (honestly, they pair amazingly with your love for quick desserts like your Death by Chocolate Dump Cake 😉).
🛒 Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
🍬 Optional Add-ins (Highly Recommended)
- ½ cup caramel chips or soft caramel chunks
- ½ cup white or dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
🥣 Instructions
1. Prepare the Batter
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Line a baking pan (8×8 inch) with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
2. Add Wet Ingredients
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined (do not overmix).
4. Add Extras
- Fold in caramel, chocolate chips, or nuts if using.
5. Bake
- Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
6. Cool & Slice
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares for clean cuts.
🔥 Methods & Pro Tips
- Chewy Texture Tip: Slightly underbake for a gooey center.
- Deep Flavor Trick: Use dark brown sugar for richer caramel notes.
- Extra Buttery Finish: Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top after baking.
- Your Style Twist: Since you love baking often, try adding oats like your apple oatmeal cookies for a rustic version!
📜 A Little History
Blondies date back to the late 19th century in the United States, even before chocolate brownies became popular. Early recipes relied on molasses and brown sugar to create that signature caramel flavor. Over time, they evolved into the chewy, buttery dessert we know today—simple, fast, and incredibly satisfying.
🧁 Formation & Texture
A perfect blondie should have:
- A slightly crisp, shiny top
- Soft, dense, chewy interior
- Rich caramel aroma from brown sugar and butter
- Even structure with gooey pockets if add-ins are used
❤️ Why People Love Blondies
- Quick and easy (no mixer needed!)
- Rich caramel flavor without chocolate
- Perfect base for endless variations
- Great for sharing… or not 😄
🏁 Conclusion
These Buttery Caramel Blondies are the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again—simple, flexible, and incredibly delicious. Whether you keep them classic or load them with caramel and chocolate, they’ll always deliver that warm, homemade comfort.
💬 If you want, I can turn this into a caramel-stuffed version or a super gooey bakery-style blondie—just tell me!