Sheet Pan Honey Pecan Blondies
Buttery blondies with crunchy pecans and a touch of honey baked together on a sheet pan for easy slicing. This desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers (2 sticks) unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, granulated 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 210 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) unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 3 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup unsalted butter until just melted, about 1 minute; stir in 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until combined.
- Step 3: Whisk in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 5: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Step 6: Fold in 1 cup chopped pecans and 3 tbsp honey until evenly distributed.
- Step 7: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared sheet pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Step 8: Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into bars.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey Pecan Blondies take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Sheet Pan Honey 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 Sheet Pan Honey 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 Sheet Pan Honey 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 Sheet Pan Honey Pecan Blondies?
Desserts 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.
