Ingredients
→ For the Blondies:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 (4 oz) white chocolate bar (Ghirardelli recommended)
3/4 heaping cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest (from 2 large lemons)
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
For the Blondies:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
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Melt the Butter and White Chocolate: In a saucepan, melt butter and white chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and lemon zest. Add melted butter and white chocolate, then beat in eggs, egg yolk, lemon extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
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Add the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Mix in fresh lemon juice.
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Bake the Blondies: Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
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Cool: Let the blondies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Glaze:
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Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency as needed with more lemon juice (if too thick) or powdered sugar (if too thin).
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Glaze the Blondies: Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the blondies in a zigzag pattern. Let set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze wrapped in plastic wrap and a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Variations: Add berries like raspberries or blueberries, or top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian