Cranberry Walnut Chocolate Chip Blondies Recipe

Name: Cranberry Walnut Chocolate Chip Blondies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1 3/4 cups light brown sugar, packed; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 1/4 ounces walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped; 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped (preferably in a food processor); 2 cups cranberries, briefly pulsed in a food processor (fresh or frozen)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F & line a 9-inch square pan with overhanging parchment paper. Grease exposed sides with vegetable spray.
2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the butter until it foams, browns & then ceases to foam, but be careful that it doesn't burn. Then remove it from the heat & let it cool for 10 minutes.
3
When cooled, stir in brown sugar (It will be very, very thick), then cool for an additional 5 minutes.
4
Stir in eggs, whisking quickly until smooth.
5
Add maple syrup & vanilla, mixing to blend.
6
Add flour & salt, stirring to combine, & the batter will be kind of thick.
7
Add nuts, chocolate & cranberries, stirring until combined.
8
Spread dough in the prepared pan & bake 35 minutes or until the center is slightly puffed (soft but not wiggly to the touch).
9
Remove from oven & cool IN THE PAN on a wire rack.
10
Chill completely before slicing & serving!

1160

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 3/4 cups light brown sugar, packed, 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Walnut Chocolate Chip Blondies 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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Cranberry Walnut Chocolate Chip Blondies

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Variations & substitutions

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