5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies
A pantry-friendly dessert with just five simple ingredients, featuring toasty pecans and a sticky maple glaze. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 35 minutes layers all-purpose flour, melted unsalted butter, brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 195 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup, melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup, chopped pecans
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup melted butter until combined, then stir in 1/3 cup maple syrup until fully incorporated and batter is thick.
- Step 3: Fold in 1 cup chopped pecans until evenly distributed, then press batter firmly into the prepared pan with a spatula, smoothing the top.
- Step 4: Bake for 22-25 minutes until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, then let cool completely in pan before lifting out with parchment to cut into squares.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does 5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover 5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in 5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale 5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with 5-Ingredient Maple Pecan Blondies?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
