Espresso Nut Blondies

Chewy, chock-full bars like these are perfect in a lunch box or any time you’re on the go. Watch out if you get stuck at home with them because the pan seems to keep calling you back!

Ingredients:

1 pound (2 1/4 cups) dark brown sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus additional for coating pan
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1 tablespoon hot water
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup toasted walnuts

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar and the 3Ú4 cup butter over medium heat until melted, stirring occasionally. Dissolve the espresso powder in the hot water; stir into the sugar mixture. Let cool.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter an 11x7-inch baking pan; set aside.

Beat the eggs and vanilla into the cooled sugar mixture. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ß our, baking powder, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts.

Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Servings: About 18 bars
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Difficulty: Easy

from The Deen Bros. Y'all Come Eat

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