Description
Delightfully rich Nutella stuffed salted caramel blondies with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, fudgy texture, and a delightful Nutella swirl center. These blondies are ideal for dessert lovers seeking a comforting homemade treat with a luscious caramel finish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fillings and Toppings
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal of the blondies later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Combine Butter and Brown Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter together with packed brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: To the butter and sugar mixture, add the two large eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until this mixture is fully incorporated and creamy.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined without overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Pour Half the Batter: Pour half of the blondie batter into the prepared baking pan and evenly smooth it out to form a uniform layer.
- Add Nutella Swirls: Spoon dollops of Nutella evenly over the batter layer. Using the back of a knife or spoon, gently swirl the Nutella into the batter to create a marbled effect but keep distinct pockets of Nutella.
- Top with Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining batter carefully over the Nutella swirls, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula to cover all the filling.
- Bake the Blondies: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Add Toppings: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the blondies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with sea salt evenly.
- Final Cooling and Serving: Let the blondies cool completely in the pan for best texture and ease of cutting. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the blondies out and cut into 9 squares for serving.
Notes
- For easier removal, ensure the parchment paper hangs over the sides to lift the blondies out without breaking.
- You can use homemade salted caramel sauce or store-bought to save time.
- Ensure not to overbake; the blondies should be moist inside with a soft crumb.
- The Nutella swirl adds richness and flavor — do not over-mix to preserve the swirled effect.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
