Blueberry Blondies

Hey there! Have you ever had one of those days where you just need something sweet but don’t want to deal with fussy pastries? Enter these Blueberry Blondies. They’re gooey, a bit messy, and absolutely bursting with blueberry bliss. Imagine a warm brownie, but swap out the chocolate for that fun berry tang. It’s that kind of treat you make once and find excuses to make again… and again.

It’s safe to say these Blueberry Blondies have become an accidental tradition in my house. My husband and the kiddos, who are usually the pickiest eaters, go through these like they’re going out of style. I remember the first time I made them during one of our many attempts at staying sane on a rainy Sunday – everyone was instantly hooked. Now, it’s officially a household classic. Will we ever get tired of them? Highly unlikely.

Why You’ll Love This Blueberry Blondies

– They sound fancy, but honestly, they’re as laid-back as a day in pj’s.
– Perfectly gooey and chewy — like, “close your eyes kind” of good.
– You can eat them warm and feel artisan, or cold at midnight standing over the sink (we’ve all been there).
– Blueberries make them practically health food, right? 😉
– Spontaneous kitchen dance parties may occur while baking.

How to Make It

Okay, friend, start by grabbing your mixing bowls and rewarding yourself with a little pre-bake playlist. Trust me, music makes these better! Begin with melting some butter – you know, the good, melty-for-your-soul kind. Mix that with sugar in a bowl and stir until you can’t feel your arm. Add vanilla, something you never have enough of, and eggs – careful not to play juggle with them like I did once.

Next, toss in the dry stuff – flour, salt, and whatnot – all while praying you won’t make a flour cloud. Finally, the star: the blueberries! Fold these bad boys gently unless you want blueberry tattoos on your kitchen walls. Plop the mix into a baking dish and let that oven magic happen. Pour yourself a coffee and savor those smells wafting through the air.

Ingredient Notes

– Butter: It makes everything golden and glorious. Melt it with care… or chaos, because chaos makes it taste better.
– Vanilla: What can’t it do? Use the good stuff, the kind made from vanilla beans and dreams.
– Blueberries: The juicy rockstars here. Fresh or frozen doesn’t matter, just maybe clear room in the pan for them to rock out without flooding the place.

Recipe Steps:

1. Melt butter. Mix with sugar until your arm needs a break.
2. Add vanilla and eggs; try not to drop eggs on the floor like I usually do.
3. Mix dry ingredients in, praying the flour stays in the bowl.
4. Gently fold in those blueberries – no need for blueberry mayhem.
5. Bake until golden delicious. Cool if you can wait that long!

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t forget to soften your butter unless you want a lumpy disaster.
– Adding too many blueberries because “why not?” can lead to sloppy bars. Trust me, I’ve tried it.

Storage Tips

Leftovers, if any (that’ll be a surprise), store pretty well in an airtight container. Heck, they taste amazing cold, secretly devoured at 2 AM when you’re half-awake.

Variations and Substitutions

If you’re missing ingredients, go wild experimenting. Swap brown sugar with honey if you’re feeling fancy, or throw in some nuts if you like that crunch! And if you don’t have blueberries? Raspberries work too, just with a tad more sass.

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Blueberry Blondies

Deliciously moist and chewy blueberry blondies with a hint of vanilla, perfect for any dessert craving.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen, thawed

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then remove from heat and stir in brown sugar until combined.
• Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix well.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
• Gently fold in fresh blueberries.
• Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.