French Blondies
Buttery, chewy French Blondies infused with grapefruit zest and juice, studded with white chocolate chips and walnuts, for a citrusy twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Zest of 1 grapefruit
- 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, grapefruit zest, and juice until smooth.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined, then stir in white chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For the best citrus flavor, use fresh grapefruit zest and juice.
- Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a soft, chewy texture.
- Let blondies cool fully before slicing for cleaner edges.
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