America'S Test Kitchen Blondies Or Congo Bars

Name: America'S Test Kitchen Blondies Or Congo Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks, melted and cooled); 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed; 2 large eggs; 4 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup white chocolate chips; 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped; 1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks, melted and cooled)
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

1
Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Line a 13x9 inch baking pan with a foil sling and grease the foil.
3
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
4
In a large bowl, whisk the butter and sugar together.
5
Whisk in the eggs and vanilla until combined.
6
Stir in the flour mixture until just incorporated.
7
Stir in the chips and nuts.
8
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
9
Bake the blondies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached, 22 to 25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking.
10
Let the blondies cool completely in the pan, set on a wire rack, about 2 hours.
11
Remove the blondies from the pan using the foil, cut into squares, and serve.

997

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks, melted and cooled), and more.

Yes, America'S Test Kitchen Blondies Or Congo Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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