Blondies with Dark Chocolate and Macadamia Nuts
Ingredients
- 142 grams unsalted butter
melted and cooled, 1-1/4 sticks
- 200 grams dark brown sugar
1 cup
- 133 grams light brown sugar
2/3 cup
- 100 grams egg
2 large eggs
- 20 grams egg yolks
1 large egg yolk
- 100 grams almond butter
1/4 cup
- 10 grams vanilla bean paste
2 teaspoons
- 3 grams kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon
- 1 grams ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon
- 187 grams all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups
- 3 grams baking powder
1/2 teaspoon
- 125 grams macadamia nuts
1 cup
- 168 grams dark chocolate chunks OR semisweet chocolate chips OR milk chocolate chips
1 cup
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 F.
- 2
Line a 9 x 9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- 3
Add melted butter, dark brown sugar, light brown sugar, eggs and yolk, almond butter, vanilla paste, sea salt, and ground cinnamon to a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- 4
Add the flour and baking powder to a separate bowl. Whisk to combine. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture. Fold in with large spatula.
- 5
Fold in 3/4 cup macadamia nuts, and 3/4 cup chocolate chunks or chips.
- 6
Spread the batter into the prepared pan using a spatula. Top with remaining macadamia nuts, and chocolate chunks or chips.
- 7
Bake in preheated oven until cooked through and golden brown on top, 30 to 35 minutes.
- 8
Insert a toothpick into the center of the blondies. It should come out clean.
- 9
Remove from oven and place on wire rack to cool.
- 10
Slice into individual dessert bars.
- 11
Store at room temperature for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. Freeze baked bars up to 1 month.
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About this Recipe
Craving a rich, chewy dessert bar that’s packed with flavor? These Blondies with Dark Chocolate and Macadamia Nuts deliver a deeply satisfying caramel experience, balanced perfectly with chunks of dark chocolate and buttery macadamia nuts.
What makes these blondies truly exceptional is their incredible brownie-like texture, achieved through a thoughtful combination of ingredients. The use of both dark and light brown sugars ensures a profound caramel flavor, while the addition of almond butter along with whole eggs and an extra yolk contributes to their signature chewiness and moist crumb. Each bite is a delightful contrast of textures and tastes.
Prepare yourself for a decadent treat that offers a delightful play between chewy and crunchy. You’ll experience the rich, almost toffee-like notes from the brown sugars, complemented by the intense, slightly bitter sweetness of dark chocolate chunks. The buttery, creamy crunch of macadamia nuts adds another layer of texture and a subtle richness that makes these blondies truly special. They’re a substantial, satisfying bar that’s perfect for those who love a dessert with depth and character.
While this recipe shines with its specified ingredients, you have some flexibility with the chocolate. You can easily swap the dark chocolate chunks for semisweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips to suit your preference for sweetness and flavor intensity. Each option will bring its own delicious twist to the classic blondie base.
These rich blondies are ideal for sharing at potlucks, parties, or as a luxurious homemade dessert. Serve them on their own with a cup of coffee, or elevate them with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an extra-indulgent treat.