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Pistachio Blondies

Homemade blondies infused with brown butter and pistachios, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Make sure to brown the 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 Can swap for favorite mix-ins.
  • 1/3 cup chopped pistachios

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring continuously until it turns golden with brown bits forming, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Remove the brown butter from heat and pour it into a heat-safe bowl. Let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the warm brown butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. Stir in the pistachio cream until evenly blended.
  6. Gently fold in the flour and salt, taking care not to overmix.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  2. Spread the blondie batter evenly into the pan. Add dollops of pistachio cream on top and create swirls using a knife. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips and pistachios.
  3. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges are golden and the center remains soft.
  4. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat gently before serving.