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Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chunk Blondies

Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chunk Blondies Bliss

Indulge in these Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chunk Blondies, featuring a delightful mix of chewy and crunchy textures in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 39 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 4 ounces Unsalted Butter Brown it for a toasty flavor.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Use firmly packed.
  • 2.5 tablespoons Bourbon Swap for vanilla for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 each Large Egg Plus Egg Yolk Room temperature preferred.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free blend.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Toasted Pecans Roughly chopped, optional.
  • 6 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chopped into chunks.
For Topping
  • Flaky Sea Salt Optional sprinkle.

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • heatproof mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. Melt 4 ounces of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan until it turns a rich amber color.
  3. Whisk in 1 cup of firmly packed light brown sugar to the cooled browned butter, followed by bourbon and vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate one large egg and one egg yolk into the mixture until smooth and glossy.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of flour, ground cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
  6. Add 1/4 cup of chopped toasted pecans and 6 ounces of chopped chocolate, folding gently.
  7. Scrape the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 24 minutes, until edges are set.
  9. Let cool in the pan for at least 1 hour, sprinkle with sea salt, then cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These blondies are a perfect treat for gatherings or cozy nights at home, with a quick preparation and no chilling required.

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