Description
These Patriotic Blondies are a festive and delicious treat perfect for celebrations. Loaded with golden Oreos and decorated with vibrant red, white, and blue sprinkles, they offer a rich, buttery base with a chewy, sweet texture. They are easy to make, featuring a simple mixing process and baked to perfection for a delightful dessert that serves 12 blondies.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Add-Ins and Toppings
- 15 golden Oreos, chopped
- ¼ cup golden Oreo crumbs
- ½ cup Jimmy sprinkles (red, white, and blue)
- ¼ cup star sprinkles (red, white, and blue)
Instructions
- Combine Sprinkles: In a bowl, mix the red, white, and blue Jimmy sprinkles and star sprinkles together and set aside for later use.
- Prepare Pan and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 12×8-inch baking pan with PAM baking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Butter and Sugars: In a standing mixer, beat the melted unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until well combined and smooth, creating a creamy base for the batter.
- Add Eggs: Add the eggs and egg yolks one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Add Vanilla: Beat in the pure vanilla extract to infuse the batter with a rich, aromatic flavor.
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet batter, beating gently until a soft dough forms. Then fold in the golden Oreo crumbs, half of the chopped golden Oreos, and half of the combined sprinkles. Mix just until incorporated to avoid overworking the batter.
- Spread Batter: Transfer the batter to your prepared 12×8 baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining chopped golden Oreos evenly over the top of the batter.
- Add Sprinkles: Sprinkle the rest of the red, white, and blue sprinkles on top to give a patriotic and festive look.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cover if Needed: To prevent the blondies from burning or over-browning, cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Cool: Remove from oven and allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 bars. Cooling helps set their texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares and enjoy your festive, flavorful patriotic blondies!
Notes
- Make sure to melt the butter and let it cool slightly before mixing to avoid scrambling the eggs.
- Use light brown sugar for a slightly chewy texture and deeper flavor.
- If you don’t have golden Oreos, you can substitute with regular Oreos or your favorite cookies.
- For extra festive flair, use a mix of sprinkles with different shapes and colors keeping within the patriotic theme.
- To check doneness, gently insert a toothpick near the center; it should come out mostly clean.
- Store leftover blondies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
