Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies – Chewy, Buttery, and Irresistible

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies are rich, chewy dessert bars that combine the nutty flavor of browned butter with gooey chocolate chips. Perfect for a sweet snack, bake sale, or casual gathering, these blondies are simple to make yet taste like a gourmet treat. With their golden, chewy texture and deep caramel-like flavor, they’re sure to become a favorite for anyone who loves buttery, chocolatey goodness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Nutty Brown Butter Flavor – Browning the butter adds a rich, toasty depth.
Chocolatey & Gooey – Melty chocolate chips in every bite.
Quick & Easy – No mixer required, just a few simple steps.
Perfectly Chewy – Soft centers with slightly crisp edges.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Instructions

1. Brown the Butter
   In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and cook until it turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
   Stir in brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
   Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to wet mixture and stir until combined.
4. Fold in Chocolate Chips
   Gently mix in chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
5. Bake
   Spread batter evenly into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, until edges are golden and center is set.
6. Cool and Serve
   Let cool before slicing into squares.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~190
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Sugar: 20g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Watch the Butter Closely – Brown butter can burn quickly, so remove it from heat as soon as it turns golden and smells nutty.
• Customize with Mix-Ins – Try adding white chocolate chips, nuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
• Don’t Overbake – Blondies continue to firm up as they cool, so remove from oven when edges are golden.

Why This Recipe Works

The browned butter adds a deep, caramel-like flavor that enhances the sweetness of the brown sugar, while the chocolate chips provide gooey richness. The balance of chewy centers and crisp edges makes these blondies a perfect dessert bar.

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Blondies are an easy yet indulgent dessert that delivers rich, buttery flavor and chewy, chocolatey goodness in every bite. Quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser, they’re the ultimate treat for any occasion.