Chock-Full Blondie Squares Recipe

Name: Chock-Full Blondie Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup boiling-hot water; 1 cup dried cranberries (5 oz); 1 cup dried tart cherries (5 oz); 1 cup golden raisins (5 oz); 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 2 cups sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 cup whole almonds with skins (6 oz),; and very coarsely chopped; 8 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened; preferably 60 to 70% cacao), coarsely chopped; Accompaniment:; (optional); a 17- by 12-inch shallow baking pan (1 inch deep)

Servings: persons

1 cup boiling-hot water
1 cup dried cranberries (5 oz)
1 cup dried tart cherries (5 oz)
1 cup golden raisins (5 oz)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup whole almonds with skins (6 oz),
and very coarsely chopped
8 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened; preferably 60 to 70% cacao), coarsely chopped
Accompaniment:
(optional)
a 17- by 12-inch shallow baking pan (1 inch deep)

1
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 325u00b0F. Butter and flour baking pan, knocking out excess flour.
2
Pour boiling-hot water over dried fruit in a small bowl and soak 20 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
3
Stir together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in another bowl.
4
Beat together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to low, then add flour mixture and mix until just combined. Mix in dried fruit, almonds, and chocolate.
5
Spread batter evenly in baking pan and bake until golden brown and a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a rack. Run a thin knife around edges of pan to loosen blondie, then cut blondie into roughly 3-inch squares.

2227

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

201

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup boiling-hot water, 1 cup dried cranberries (5 oz), 1 cup dried tart cherries (5 oz), 1 cup golden raisins (5 oz), and more.

Yes, Chock-Full Blondie Squares 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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Chock-Full Blondie Squares

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