If you’re craving something rich, buttery, and deeply comforting, Butterscotch Blondies are the perfect treat. These golden dessert bars are like brownies—but instead of chocolate, they shine with the warm, caramel-like flavor of brown sugar and butterscotch.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (≈100g) instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 package (≈300g) butterscotch chips
- ½–1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt for topping
- 👉 Blondies rely mainly on brown sugar and butter to create their signature caramel flavor and chewy texture .
👩🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)
1. Prepare the Oven
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper
2. Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy
- Add the egg and mix well
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking soda
- Butterscotch pudding mix
4. Combine Everything
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture
- Mix until just combined (do NOT overmix)
- Fold in butterscotch chips (and nuts if using)
5. Bake
- Spread batter evenly in the pan
- Bake for 18–25 minutes until golden on top
- 👉 The edges should be set while the center remains slightly soft for a chewy texture .
6. Cool & Slice
- Let cool completely before cutting
- Slice into squares and enjoy
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfect Blondies
- ✅ Use brown sugar only → deeper butterscotch flavor
- ✅ Do not overbake → keeps them soft and chewy
- ✅ Add flaky salt → enhances sweetness
- ✅ Slightly underbake center → best texture
- 👉 Blondies should be chewy in the center like brownies, not dry like cake .
🍯 Variations You’ll Love
- Salted Butterscotch Blondies → sprinkle sea salt on top
- Nutty Blondies → add pecans or walnuts
- Chocolate Swirl Blondies → mix in chocolate chips
- Brown Butter Blondies → for deeper caramel flavor
🥄 How to Serve
- Warm with vanilla ice cream 🍨
- With coffee or milk ☕🥛
- Drizzled with caramel sauce
🧊 Storage Tips
- Room temperature: up to 4 days (airtight container)
- Fridge: up to 1 week
- Freezer: up to 3 months
❓ FAQs
What makes blondies different from brownies?
Blondies use brown sugar instead of cocoa, giving a caramel-like flavor.
Why are my blondies dry?
Overbaking or too much flour can cause dryness.
Can I make them without pudding mix?
Yes! Replace with extra flour + vanilla for a more classic version.