The Best Blondie brownies Recipe

Blondie brownies are the golden cousin of classic chocolate brownies—rich, buttery, and loaded with brown sugar and vanilla flavor. This is the best blondie recipe you’ll ever try: crisp edges, gooey centers, and that irresistible chew in every bite. The best part? No mixer required, and they’re ready in under an hour!

Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or a cozy night in, these blondie brownies come together in one bowl with everyday pantry staples. Whether you load them up with chocolate chips and walnuts or keep them plain and classic, this recipe never fails.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🧈 Super Buttery: Melted butter gives them soft, chewy perfection
• ⏱ Quick & Easy: No mixer needed, ready in under 40 minutes
• 🍫 Fully Customizable: Add nuts, chocolate chips, or leave them plain
• 🍯 Rich Flavor: Deep notes of vanilla and brown sugar in every bite
• 🧁 Perfect Texture: Not cakey—just dense, gooey, and golden

Ingredients

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1¼ cups (250g) packed brown sugar (light or a mix of light & dark)
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2¼ cups (285g) all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup white chocolate chips (or semisweet)
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13″ metal baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Stir in eggs, yolk, and vanilla until combined.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients Separately
   In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine & Add Mix-ins
   Add dry ingredients to wet and stir until just combined—do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts, if using.
5. Spread & Bake
   Spread the batter evenly in the pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
6. Cool & Slice
   Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Optional: sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm for extra flavor.

Recipe Details

this recipe

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 24 blondie brownies

Nutrition Facts (Per Blondie Brownie)

• Calories: 370 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 46g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 20g
• Sugar: 29g
• Sodium: 181mg

Includes mix-ins. Nutrition will vary based on what you add.

Tips & Variations

• 🍫 Add up to 2 cups of mix-ins: Chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, pecans, coconut flakes, or chopped candy bars
• 🔥 Brown the butter for deeper nutty flavor (let it cool slightly before mixing)
• 💡 Use a metal pan for even baking—glass or ceramic pans may require more time
• 🌰 Nut-Free Version: Omit walnuts and add more chocolate or dried fruit
• 🧊 Freezer-Friendly: Freeze cooled blondies in a sealed container for up to 3 months

The Best Blondie Recipe

Chewy, buttery blondie brownies with crisp edges and soft centers. Perfectly golden and rich with vanilla and brown sugar flavor.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 24 brownies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 370

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• – 1 cup 226g unsalted butter, melted
• – 1¼ cups 250g brown sugar
• – ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
• – 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
• – 2 tsp vanilla extract
• – 2¼ cups 285g all-purpose flour
• – 2 tsp cornstarch
• – ½ tsp baking powder
• – 1 tsp salt
• – ⅔ cup white chocolate chips or semisweet
• – 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Equipment

• – 9×13” metal baking pan
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13″ metal baking pan.
2. Mix melted butter and sugars. Stir in eggs, yolk, and vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
4. Stir dry into wet until just combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
6. Spread into pan and bake 25–30 mins.
7. Cool before slicing.

Notes

– Don’t overmix—keeps texture fudgy
– Use a metal pan for best results
– Store at room temp 4 days or freeze up to 3 months

FAQs

What’s the difference between blondie brownies and regular brownies?
Blondies skip the cocoa and focus on butter, brown sugar, and vanilla for a rich, cookie-dough-like flavor.

Why are my blondies cakey?
Usually from overmixing or overbaking. Use melted butter, mix gently, and don’t bake too long.

Can I make these ahead?
Absolutely! Store at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer.

Do I have to use white chocolate chips?
Not at all! Semisweet, dark chocolate, or even chopped baking bars work beautifully.

Conclusion

These blondie brownies are pure dessert magic—chewy, gooey, golden, and endlessly customizable. Whether you enjoy them plain or packed with chocolate and nuts, they’re sure to be a hit every time. Best of all, they’re simple enough to whip up on a whim but special enough to share at any celebration.