Ingredients and Weight:
- Butter: 100g
- Dark brown sugar: 150g
- Granulated sugar: 100g
- Eggs: 3
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- All-purpose flour: 200g
- Chopped walnuts or almonds: 150g (easily available at supermarkets in the United States)
- Sea salt: a pinch
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30-35 minutes
- Total: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine butter and sugars and cream together until smooth.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift in the flour and mix until just combined.
- Add the chopped nuts and sea salt, and mix gently.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars or squares.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each blondie contains approximately 350 calories (depending on the size).
- Fat content: High in fat due to the butter and nuts.
- Carbohydrates: The main source of carbs due to the sugar and flour content.
- Protein: Moderate protein content from eggs and nuts.
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor due to the use of dark brown sugar.
- Chewy and nutty texture due to the added chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Perfect as a dessert or snack for those who enjoy sweet and salty flavors combined with a rich chocolate taste.
User Comments:
- "These blondies are amazing! The combination of sweet and salty flavors is spot on." - John Doe, New York
- "The texture is perfect - not too hard and not too soft. A great dish for a party." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles
- "The addition of sea salt gives it a unique flavor that I really enjoy." - Michael Johnson, San Francisco
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the oven is preheated before baking to ensure even cooking.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing results.
- Do not overbake as it may result in dry blondies. Check after 30 minutes to ensure they are not overcooked.
- Adjust the amount of nuts based on personal preference for a more pronounced nutty flavor or less if preferred.
