Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible gooeyness of these Pecan Blondies, featuring a rich, browned butter frosting! This recipe, originally from the "Pillsbury Best Cookies Cookbook," is elevated with precise measurements and detailed instructions for perfectly browned butter and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Get ready for a blondie experience like no other!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 122 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting

Sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
Butter
Vanilla
2 large eggs
Flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Pecans
3 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons milk
1 cup pecan halves

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How to Make Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Make the blondie batter: In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup pecan halves.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Let the blondies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Make the browned butter frosting: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter over medium heat. Cook, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns a light amber color and has a nutty aroma (about 8-10 minutes). Be careful not to burn it!
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add 3 cups powdered sugar, 4 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled blondies. Let it set for at least 30 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

11g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting?

Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting?

Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting has approximately 122 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting?

The key ingredients for Pecan Blondies With Browned Butter Frosting are Sugar, Brown Sugar, Butter, Vanilla, Eggs, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.