Description
These Maple Pecan Blondies are chewy, buttery dessert bars with a rich maple flavor and crunchy pecans. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a cozy treat year-round.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Use real maple syrup for best flavor.
- Don’t overbake to keep the blondies moist and chewy.
- You can substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
