Who can resist a dessert filled with chocolate chips and buttery goodness? These Chocolate Chip Blondies are soft, chewy, and the perfect combination of rich and simple flavors.
I turned to a recipe from my Barefoot Contessa Foolproof: Recipes You Can Trust: A Cookbook. I could tell that the recipe wasn’t perfect; I read some reviews online and knew it needed some work. So, I adjusted some ingredients here and there and came up with a recipe for blondies that is both crunchy and chewy, loaded with the right balance of chocolate chips and walnuts. Also, can I just tell you how moist and thick they were? Yum! I think this recipe is a keeper, and I hope you will too!
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Why We Love Chocolate Blondies
- Their gooey and chewy texture strikes the perfect balance between softness and bite, satisfying any craving for something indulgent.
- With simple ingredients and a straightforward method, even beginners can whip up a batch effortlessly.
- Homemade chocolate chip blondies make thoughtful and delicious gifts for friends and family.
Recipe Ingredients
Chocolate Chips – I used Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chips and mini chocolate chips for the perfect balance of gooeyness and texture.
Butter – The melted butter adds a layer of deep, caramel-like richness to the blondies.
Brown Sugar – Use light, golden brown sugar, and always pack it down for accurate measurement.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
Variations
Chocolate Chip Variation – Mix in a combination of milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or butterscotch chips to create a rich, multi-layered flavor profile.
Nut-Free Substitute – Replace walnuts with toasted sunflower seeds for a crunchy texture. They add a mild, nutty taste that pairs perfectly with chocolate chips.
How to Make Chocolate Chip Blondies
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper (don’t use butter/spray or the bottoms will be too moist), and set aside.
Step 2: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together sugars and butter until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla, then eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined.
Step 3: In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; whisk together. With the mixing speed on low, gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until no flour pockets remain. Remove the bowl from the stand and fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
Step 4: Spread the dough into the pan, creating an even layer. Place in the oven and bake for 27-30 minutes or until the blondies are medium golden brown in color. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before cutting and serving.
Expert Tips
Even Spreading – Use a rubber spatula to evenly spread the blondie batter in the pan. This helps prevent uneven baking and allows all parts to cook evenly.
Check Doneness Properly – Instead of relying solely on time, insert a toothpick into the center of the blondies. It should come out with a few moist crumbs, but not wet batter, for perfect results.
FAQs
For perfectly moist and chewy blondies, be careful not to overbake them, and accurately measure your flour using the spoon-and-level method. Start checking for doneness once they begin to turn golden.
For clean and even cuts, allow your blondies to cool completely in the pan. Use a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts, to ensure neat, professional-looking squares.
Storage Info
To STORE Chocolate Chip Blondies, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, FREEZE them for up to three months by individually wrapping each piece in plastic wrap, and then placing them in a freezer-safe bag.
Thaw at room temperature or REHEAT directly from frozen in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (177°C) for 10 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 14 Tbsp (1 ¾ stick) butter - room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup walnuts - chopped
- 3/4 cup ¾ c. Nestlé® Toll House chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup ¼ c. Nestlé® Toll House mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper (don’t use butter/spray or the bottoms will be too moist), and set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together sugars and butter until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla, then eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; whisk together. With the mixing speed on low, gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until no flour pockets remain. Remove the bowl from the stand and fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Spread the dough into the pan, creating an even layer. Place in the oven and bake for 27-30 minutes or until the blondies are medium golden brown in color. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before cutting and serving.
I actually used a half sheet pan which is larger than the 9×13, so they were a bit thinner and it makes more. They are still really moist. Just cook about 20-25 min. I also put M&Ms on top before baking and they were delicious.
Love the addition of M&Ms!
Just made these minus the walnuts and they came out ammaaazzziinnnggg! Definitely a keeper!
Glad to hear it! Thanks Robyn!
Sooo… I’ve made these now 3 times and they have turned out perfect every single time. I just pulled up the recipe to make again right now, and I’m planning on making them again in a couple days to take with me for a lunch. #pregnant #obsessed #foolproof This time I’m adding M&Ms instead of chocolate chips. If that’s wrong, I don’t want to be right 😉 haha
Wow, three times! That’s such a huge compliment! Thank you! I’m happy to hear that they’ve been perfect every time! And M&M’s sound amazing!!! 🙂
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I bet these taste DIVINE! I love love love blondies!