10 Buttery Blondies Recipes for Bar Treats
There’s something undeniably magical about blondies—their golden, buttery crumb, chewy edges, and that perfect balance of sweet and rich that makes them irresistible. I still remember sneaking into my grandma’s kitchen as a kid, the air thick with the scent of melted butter and brown sugar baking in her old oven. Those simple blondie bars were my ultimate treat, always warm and gooey from the pan, evoking pure comfort on rainy afternoons.
Lately, I’ve been on a blondie binge in my own kitchen, experimenting with infusions of browned butter, mix-ins, and twists to elevate the classic. In a world obsessed with chocolate overload, these butter-forward bar treats shine as a nostalgic yet sophisticated dessert. Whether you’re baking for a potluck or a cozy night in, these 10 recipes prove blondies deserve a comeback.
Classic Buttery Blondies
Blondies don’t get more timeless than this butter-drenched classic. Ingredients (for a 9×13 pan): 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 sticks unsalted butter (melted), 2 cups brown sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup white chocolate chips.
Melt the butter and whisk in sugar until smooth, then beat in eggs and vanilla. Fold in dry ingredients and chips. Spread into a greased pan and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden and set. Cool before slicing.
These offer a pure, fudgy texture with rich butter flavor, perfect for beginners—gluten-free adaptable and under 30 minutes prep for everyday indulgence.
Brown Butter Sea Salt Blondies
Elevate the base with nutty brown butter for depth. Ingredients: 2 sticks unsalted butter (browned), 2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tbsp vanilla, 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, flaky sea salt for topping.
Brown butter until fragrant (about 8 minutes), cool slightly, then mix with sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients. Bake in a parchment-lined 8×8 pan at 350°F for 30 minutes; sprinkle salt post-bake.
The toffee-like richness from browning reduces clumping risks, delivering gourmet chewiness with just 10 minutes active time—ideal for impressing guests.
Chocolate Chip Buttery Blondies
Loaded with chips for crowd-pleasing gooeyness. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter (softened), 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla, 2 1/4 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients and chips. Bake in a 9×13 pan at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.
Butter shines through the melty chips, providing sustained energy from balanced carbs—bake-ahead friendly for parties.
Peanut Butter Swirl Blondies
Creamy PB meets buttery bliss in swirls. Ingredients: 1 1/2 sticks butter, 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla, 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 cup peanut butter (for swirling).
Prepare blondie batter as classic, dollop PB on top, swirl with a knife. Bake at 350°F in 9×13 for 25 minutes.
Protein-packed from PB, these satisfy cravings healthily with heart benefits from nuts—easy customization for allergies.
Maple Pecan Buttery Blondies
Autumnal warmth with sticky maple and crunch. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter, 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1/2 cup maple syrup, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla, 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 cup chopped pecans.
Mix wet ingredients including maple, fold in dry and pecans. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 28 minutes.
Antioxidant-rich pecans add crunch and satiety; lower sugar via maple makes it a smarter treat.
White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies
Tart-sweet contrast in festive bars. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter (melted), 2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp almond extract, 2 cups flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chunks, 1 cup dried cranberries.
Combine all, fold in chunks and berries. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
Vitamin C from cranberries boosts immunity; elegant for holidays with minimal effort.
Salted Caramel Blondies
Gooey caramel pockets in butter heaven. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter, 2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 2 tsp vanilla, 2 1/4 cups flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 cup caramel bits, sea salt.
Mix batter, stir in caramels, top with salt. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 27 minutes.
Indulgent yet balanced by salt; caramel’s chew prevents dryness for portable snacks.
Toffee Bit Buttery Blondies
Crunchy bits for texture explosion. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter (softened), 1 3/4 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tbsp vanilla, 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 1/2 cups toffee bits.
Cream butter-sugar, add eggs/vanilla, fold in flour and bits. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 25 minutes.
Toffee adds irresistible crunch without nuts; great for gifting in under an hour.
Coconut Buttery Blondies
Tropical twist with flaky coconut. Ingredients: 2 sticks butter (melted), 2 cups brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 tsp coconut extract, 2 cups flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut, 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (optional).
Whisk wets, mix dry and coconut. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 28 minutes; toast top if desired.
Healthy fats from coconut aid metabolism; veganizable for inclusive baking.
Pumpkin Spice Buttery Blondies
Fall favorite with spiced warmth. Ingredients: 1 1/2 sticks butter, 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1 cup pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 cup butterscotch chips.
Blend all, add chips. Bake 9×13 at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Beta-carotene from pumpkin supports immunity; cozy, moist bars for seasonal cheer.
These buttery blondie recipes are your ticket to bar treat perfection—simple, shareable, and endlessly versatile. Grab your apron, preheat that oven, and dive into the buttery goodness; your taste buds (and friends) will thank you!
