Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick), melted
- Light Brown Sugar, packed: 3/4 cup
- Creamy Peanut Butter: 1/2 cup
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 1/4 cups
- Large Egg: 1
- Vanilla Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal, and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Add the egg and vanilla bean paste and whisk until incorporated.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
- Step 4: Scrape the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly into the corners. If desired, sprinkle the top with extra peanut butter chips or coarse salt.
- Step 5: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares.
Notes
- For maximum freshness, store the cooled blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze cut squares wrapped tightly for long-term storage.
- If your blondies have lost their initial softness, warm a square in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to recreate that freshly baked, gooey center.
- Elevate this treat by serving it warm alongside a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, or enjoy it chilled with a robust cup of black coffee.
- Achieving that perfect chewy texture requires a gentle hand: only mix the dry ingredients into the batter until just combined—overmixing will create a tough, cake-like result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American