Description
Valentine Blondies are the ultimate sweet treat to impress your loved ones this season. These chewy, buttery bars are infused with rich brown sugar and dotted with colorful Valentine M&M’s and chocolate chips, making them a delightful addition to any celebration. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or cozy nights in, these blondies are quick and easy to prepare—ideal for both novice bakers and experienced chefs alike. With their irresistible flavor and festive appearance, they’re sure to become a beloved dessert in your repertoire. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream or as a standalone treat; either way, they promise to bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2/3 cup butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup Valentine M&M’s
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until smooth. Allow it to cool for about 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine eggs and vanilla with the cooled butter-sugar mixture until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and half of the M&M’s.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, top with remaining M&M’s and chocolate chips.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg