Description
Maple Blondies are soft, chewy dessert bars packed with deep maple flavor and hints of brown sugar and vanilla. These one-bowl bars come together quickly and are perfect for cozy gatherings, bake sales, or when you’re just craving a sweet treat. Serve warm or at room temperature for a comforting maple-infused indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth and combined.
- Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Add the salt and flour, and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in nuts and/or white chocolate chips if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool in the pan before slicing into squares. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Grade B maple syrup for a more pronounced maple flavor.
- Do not overbake — blondies should be chewy and slightly soft in the center.
- These blondies freeze well! Wrap individually and store for up to 2 months.
- Optional add-ins: chopped dried cranberries, toffee bits, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg