Maple Walnut Brown Sugar Blondies
Chewy blondies sweetened with brown sugar and maple syrup, studded with crunchy toasted walnuts. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers (2 sticks), melted unsalted butter, packed light brown sugar, maple syrup 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 250 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 cup (2 sticks), melted unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups, packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup, chopped toasted walnuts
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup maple syrup until smooth.
- Step 3: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Step 6: Fold in 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts evenly into the batter.
- Step 7: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Step 8: Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple Walnut Brown Sugar Blondies take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Maple Walnut Brown Sugar 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 Maple Walnut Brown Sugar 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 Maple Walnut Brown Sugar 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 Maple Walnut Brown Sugar 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.
