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Pistachio Blondies

Delicious homemade blondies infused with brown butter and pistachio cream, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup pistachio cream plus extra for swirls
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks or swap for your favorite mix-ins
  • 1/3 cup chopped pistachios

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing your unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Keep stirring as it melts and begins to foam. Cook until it turns a golden hue, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Remove the butter from heat and pour it into a heat-safe bowl. Let it cool for about 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the warm brown butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
  5. Stir in the pistachio cream, blending into the batter evenly.
  6. Gently fold in the flour and salt, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Folding in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  9. Spread the blondie batter evenly into the prepared pan and swirl with extra pistachio cream. Optionally sprinkle additional chocolate chips and pistachios on top.
  10. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center remains soft.
  11. Let the blondies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or alongside a rich espresso. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or freeze for up to a month.