_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies (and gents), let me tell you about this absolutely divine afternoon treat that’s been making waves in my kitchen lately. Every time I make these Brown Butter Salted Caramel Blondies, my neighbors mysteriously appear at my doorstep. Coincidence? I think not! 😉
Listen, we all deserve a little indulgence, and these blondies are basically a warm hug for your taste buds. They’re gooey, rich, and have this incredible caramel swirl that’ll make you weak in the knees. Trust me, your family will think you’ve been secretly taking pastry classes!
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 2 sticks unsalted butter (yes, two! We’re not counting calories today)
– 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
– 1½ cups packed brown sugar
– 2 large eggs (room temperature, darling)
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp sea salt
– Store-bought caramel sauce (or homemade if you’re feeling fancy)
Now, let’s get down to business!
1. First things first, let’s brown that butter! Melt it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. When it starts smelling nutty and turns golden brown (about 5-7 minutes), take it off the heat. Don’t walk away during this step – butter can go from perfectly browned to burnt faster than my ex disappeared!
1. Let the butter cool for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 pan with parchment paper.
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1. Mix your cooled brown butter with brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Don’t overmix – we’re making blondies, not working out your arms!
1. Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Pour into your prepared pan.
1. Now for the fun part! Drizzle that caramel sauce all over and use a knife to create pretty swirls. Get creative – channel your inner artist!
1. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set but still slightly gooey.
1. Let cool completely (I know it’s hard, but patience is a virtue), then sprinkle with extra sea salt.
These blondies are perfect for book club, coffee dates, or just because it’s Tuesday and you deserve something special! They stay fresh for up to 5 days in an airtight container – but let’s be real, they won’t last that long!
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And remember, calories don’t count when you’re baking with love… or at least that’s what I tell myself! 😘
Happy baking, sweethearts!
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