Dulce de Leche Blondies (filled and topped!)
๐ Cook Time: 40 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 25 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
๐ฝ Servings: 35 1-inch squares
๐ Category: Bar Cookie
๐ Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Mexican, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Description:
These Dulce de Leche Blondies are the epitome of gooey, decadent indulgence! They speak for themselves with their buttery base, swirled with rich caramel and topped with more of that luscious dulce de leche goodness. Be warned, these bars are dangerously delicious!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 cups caramel candies
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). |
| 2 | Grease a 13×9-inch (33×23 cm) baking pan or line it with parchment paper. |
| 3 | In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. |
| 4 | Using an electric mixer on medium speed, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and dark brown sugar until creamy and well combined. |
| 5 | Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth and creamy. |
| 6 | Gradually stir in the flour mixture until fully combined. The batter will be thick and luscious! |
| 7 | Spread 1/2 to 2/3 of the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. This will be your base. |
| 8 | Bake the base for 7-8 minutes until it just begins to set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack. |
| 9 | In a non-stick saucepan over very low heat, melt the caramel candies in the evaporated milk. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this luscious mixture for later. |
| 10 | Pour the remaining caramel mixture over the partially baked bottom layer of dough. This is where the magic begins! |
| 11 | Now, drop dollops of the remaining batter over the caramel layer. Use a knife to gently swirl the batter into the caramel. It’s okay to get creative here! |
| 12 | Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. |
| 13 | Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the blondies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This helps to set everything perfectly. |
| 14 | Drizzle the reserved caramel mixture over the cooled blondies. You can reheat it slightly if needed for a smoother drizzle. |
| 15 | Finally, cut these indulgent blondies into 1-inch squares. It’s time to enjoy the gooey, caramel-filled goodness! |
These Dulce de Leche Blondies are the perfect treat for any occasion, whether you’re craving something sweet on a weeknight or looking for a show-stopping dessert for a gathering. They’re rich, they’re decadent, and they’re sure to be a hit with anyone lucky enough to taste them! ๐ซโจ
