Gluten Free Brown Butter Blondies

Total time1 hr 13 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time28 min

Browned butter gives these blondies their signature nutty, caramelized depth, whisked with brown sugar until it turns glossy and rich. A flax egg keeps the batter cohesive and moist, and folded-in chocolate chips add pockets of melty sweetness in every square. The edges bake up crisp while the centers stay dense and chewy, exactly what you want from a proper blondie. Simple pantry staples and one bowl are all it takes to get there, and it's a solid pick for a gluten free dessert lineup. Cut into squares and cooled just enough to hold their shape, they're built for sharing — if you can wait that long.

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Ingredients

16 servings

For the flax egg

For the blondies

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1
Stir together the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl until combined. Set aside for 10 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a gel-like consistency.
2
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.

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