Grandma’s Chewy Butterscotch Blondies
Grandma’s Chewy Butterscotch Blondies are rich, gooey bars with deep caramel flavors from real butterscotch chips and a perfectly chewy texture. This simple, nostalgic recipe uses pantry staples and is customizable with nuts, chocolate, or sea salt, making it a timeless family favorite that’s easy to bake and always comforting.
- Author: Lilly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars (about 2-inch squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be made Gluten Free or Dairy Free with substitutions
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for GF option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips
- Prepare your ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Measure and have all ingredients ready for a smooth baking process.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until well combined and glossy, forming the base of the blondie batter.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to maintain chewiness.
- Fold in butterscotch chips: Gently fold the butterscotch chips into the batter to distribute them evenly for gooey pockets throughout.
- Bake until golden: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the edges are golden but the center is still soft and chewy.
- Cool and slice: Allow the blondies to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing into squares to set properly.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for easier blending and uniform batter.
- Melt the butter instead of softening it to add moisture and chewiness.
- Watch the baking time carefully; remove blondies while the center is slightly underbaked to keep them chewy.
- Cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts and better texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (2 inch square)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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