Description
These creamy blueberry blondies are soft, chewy, and rich with bursts of juicy blueberries in every bite. The creamy texture from the cream cheese pairs perfectly with sweet vanilla flavor, making these bars a comforting dessert or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and softened cream cheese, then mix until creamy and fully combined.
- In another bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft batter forms.
- Gently fold in the blueberries and white chocolate chips if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
- Allow the blondies to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Frozen blueberries can be used; coat them lightly in flour before adding to the batter.
- For extra flavor, add lemon zest or a cream cheese glaze.
- Store blondies in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese.
- These blondies taste even better after chilling overnight.
- Optional chopped pecans or walnuts add extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
