People love these quick and easy Caramel Peanut Blondies because they are crunchy and gooey.
INGREDIENT
– 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour– 3/4 teaspoon baking powder– 1/2 teaspoon salt– 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled– 2 cups (400g) firmly packed light brown sugar– 2 large egg– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract– 1 cup (190g) caramel bit– 1 cup (125g) chopped unsalted roasted peanuts*– 1 to 2 pinches coarse salt (optional)
Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9"x 13"x 2" baking pan. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 1
INSTRUCTIONS
Beat butter and brown sugar with a medium-speed electric mixer until combined. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
Step 2
Lower mixer speed. Add flour mixture slowly, mixing just until combined. Mix in peanuts and caramel bits.
Step 3
Place batter in pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle a pinch or two of coarse salt over the batter.
Step 4
Bake until edges are browned and centre is set, 35–40 minutes. A pick inserted into the centre should reveal moist crumbs. Cut bars after the pan cools completely.