GlutenFree Blondies Recipe Gemma’s Bigger Bolder Baking from www.biggerbolderbaking.com
Introduction
Blondies, also known as blonde brownies, are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. These treats are a bit like chocolate brownies, but instead of using chocolate, they're made with brown sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. In this blog post, we'll be sharing a simple yet delicious blondies recipe that's perfect for those in the UK.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need to make these delicious blondies:
225g unsalted butter, melted
300g light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
225g plain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional extras:
100g white chocolate chips
100g chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts work well)
100g dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots work well)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make these delicious blondies: 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4. Grease a 23cm square baking tin and line with baking paper. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined. 3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk until the mixture is smooth. 4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined. 6. If you're adding any optional extras, fold them in at this stage. 7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and smooth it out with a spatula. 8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. 9. Allow the blondies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. 10. Once cooled, cut the blondies into squares and serve.
Nutrition
Here's the nutritional information for these blondies:
Calories: 240
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 47mg
Sodium: 122mg
Potassium: 63mg
Fibre: 0.5g
Sugar: 24g
Vitamin A: 339IU
Calcium: 41mg
Iron: 1mg
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect blondies:
Make sure your butter is fully melted before whisking it with the sugar.
Use light brown sugar for a more caramel-like flavour.
Don't overmix the batter once you add the dry ingredients, or your blondies may become tough.
Line your baking tin with baking paper to make it easier to remove the blondies once they're cooked.
Allow the blondies to cool completely before cutting them into squares for a neater finish.
Conclusion
Blondies are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. This blondies recipe is simple yet delicious, and it's perfect for those in the UK. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or a dessert to serve at your next dinner party, these blondies are sure to impress. So why not give this recipe a try today and see for yourself just how delicious they are?