Description
These gluten-free blondies are chewy, buttery, and rich in caramel-like flavor. Made with simple ingredients and customizable mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, they’re the perfect easy dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar, mixing until smooth.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla – Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring full incorporation. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in Mix-Ins – Gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Bake – Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve – Let blondies cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep in a sealed container for up to a week.
- Freezing: Wrap individual blondies and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a fresh-out-of-the-oven texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: gluten-free blondies, chewy blondies, gluten-free dessert, easy blondies recipe, gluten-free baking