Decadent Blonde Brownies with Chocolate Chips
Indulge in the rich delight of these Decadent Blonde Brownies, a cherished family recipe that balances a buttery, caramel-like sweetness with the smoothness of rich milk chocolate chips. Perfectly chewy in texture and boasting a golden crust, these brownies are sure to impress at any gathering. Whether served warm or at room temperature, their irresistibly soft consistency will have everyone asking for seconds—or even leftovers to take home! Ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply as a comforting treat after a long day, these brownies are a slice of nostalgia that everyone will love.
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Servings
150
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter flavor shortening
2/3 cup (Melted)
Brown sugar
2 cups (Packed)
Water
1 tablespoon (Room temperature)
Large eggs
2 (Beaten)
Vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (Pure)
All-purpose flour
2 cups (Sifted)
Baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (Sifted)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon (Sifted)
Salt
3/4 teaspoon (Kosher or table salt)
Milk chocolate chips
12 ounces (Semi-sweet)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter flavor shortening until completely liquefied. Remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar and water until well combined.
3
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
6
Fold in the milk chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9
Let the brownies cool in the pan before slicing them into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
7.5
Fat
20
Carbs
2
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Blonde Brownies with Chocolate Chips?
They are a rich, buttery, and caramel-like dessert bar with a chewy texture and milk chocolate chips.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required?
A 9x13 inch baking pan is needed for this recipe.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 150 calories.
What type of shortening is used?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of melted butter flavor shortening.
How much brown sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of packed brown sugar.
Why is water added to the batter?
One tablespoon of water is stirred into the melted shortening and sugar to help combine the mixture.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 large beaten eggs.
What kind of vanilla extract should I use?
It is recommended to use 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
What type of flour is used?
Two cups of sifted all-purpose flour are used for these brownies.
What leavening agents are included?
The recipe uses both 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much salt is in the brownies?
There is 3/4 teaspoon of Kosher or table salt.
What type of chocolate chips are recommended?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of milk chocolate chips.
How long do the brownies need to bake?
Bake them for 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the brownies are done?
They are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 7.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each brownie?
There are 20 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in these blonde brownies?
Each serving provides 2 grams of protein.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is categorized as an easy recipe suitable for family baking.
Should the brownies be cooled before slicing?
Yes, let the brownies cool in the pan before slicing them into squares.
What is the texture of these brownies?
They have a perfectly chewy texture with a golden crust.
Can I serve these brownies warm?
Yes, they can be served warm or at room temperature.
Should the shortening be melted?
Yes, the butter flavor shortening should be completely liquefied over low heat.
Do I need to sift the dry ingredients?
Yes, the flour, baking soda, and baking powder should be sifted.
How should I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
When should the chocolate chips be added?
Fold the chocolate chips in gently after the wet and dry ingredients are just combined.
Can these brownies be taken to potlucks?
Yes, they are ideal for parties, potlucks, or gatherings.
What flavor profile can I expect?
Expect a buttery, caramel-like sweetness balanced with smooth milk chocolate.
Is the pan supposed to be greased?
Yes, you should lightly grease the 9x13 inch baking pan.
How do I spread the batter into the pan?
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.