Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your dessert game forever! These White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Brown Butter Blondies are not just another treat - they're a culinary masterpiece that combines nutty, rich flavors with a luxurious texture that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, buttery square that's packed with creamy white chocolate and crunchy macadamia nuts, all elevated by the magical technique of brown butter. This isn't just a recipe; it's a dessert experience that will have everyone begging for your secret!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the blondies.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir the butter occasionally as it melts. Once melted, continue to cook it, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the brown butter cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of brown sugar with the warm brown butter. Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Add 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Whisk until the mixture is well blended and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt until evenly mixed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the blondies tough.
- Fold in 1 cup of white chocolate chips and 1 cup of chopped macadamia nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the blondies cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes.
- After cooling, lift the blondies out of the pan using the parchment paper (if used) and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut the blondies into 16 squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Brown Butter Blondies!
Tips
- Brown Butter Mastery: The key to incredible flavor is patience when browning butter. Watch it carefully and swirl the pan to prevent burning.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and a more consistent texture.
- Don't Overmix: Gently fold ingredients to keep the blondies tender and soft.
- Pan Preparation: Use parchment paper with overhanging edges for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow blondies to cool completely to set properly and develop full flavor.
- Storage Hack: These blondies stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 5 days - if they last that long!
- Customization Option: Feel free to toast the macadamia nuts beforehand for an extra depth of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 70mg
