Brown Butter Pecan Blondies

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. 2 In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until it turns a golden brown and smells nutty.
3. 3 Remove from heat and stir in both sugars until combined.
4. 4 Whisk in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
5. 5 In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
6. 6 Fold in pecan halves.
7. 7 Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
8. 8 Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Tips

• Don't skip browning the butter—it adds a deep, nutty flavor.
• For even nuttier flavor, toast the pecans before folding them into the batter.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat in a warm oven for best texture.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
• Pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea for an afternoon snack.

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