Gluten-Free Maple Sugar Blondies with Nut Flour
Chewy, buttery blondies made with maple sugar and nut flour for rich caramel flavor and tender texture. The combination of almond or pecan flour adds nutty depth while keeping them gluten-free. White or chocolate chips provide sweet bursts throughout each square. Perfect for dessert tables, potlucks, or when you want a homemade treat that accommodates gluten sensitivities without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup maple sugar, gently packedbrown sugar1:1sweetener
slightly different flavor
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoons avocado oil or organic canola oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten free all-purpose baking mix
- ⅝ cup ground nut flour, such as almond or pecanoat flour1:1gluten-free
different texture
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white or chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1
Arrange oven racks in center and preheat oven to 350 degrees
- 2
Coat a 9 by 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray
- 3
Beat butter and maple sugar in stand mixer with paddle attachment on medium high until creamy
- 4
Beat in egg on high speed
- 5
Beat in oil and vanilla, then scrape sides of bowl
- 6
Whisk gluten-free flour, ground nut flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl
- 7
Add flour mixture to butter mixture and mix only until combined
- 8
Add chocolate chips and stir until incorporated
- 9
Spread dough into prepared baking dish
- 10
Bake until crispy and browned along edges and puffed in center for 25 to 28 minutes
- 11
Cool completely in pan on wire rack
- 12
Cut into 24 blondies to serve
Tips
Don't overmix the batter once flour is added to prevent tough blondies.
Let cool completely before cutting for clean squares that hold their shape.
Use parchment paper for easy removal and perfectly shaped bars.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can be made 2 days ahead and stored covered at room temperature.
Serve at room temperature cut into squares.
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake or blondies will become dry and crumbly.
Let cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbling.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I freeze these blondies?
Yes, wrap individual squares in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
What if I don't have maple sugar?
Brown sugar works as a substitute with slightly different flavor. Use the same amount and pack it gently.
How do I know when they're done?
Edges should be crispy and browned while the center is puffed. A toothpick may have moist crumbs but shouldn't be wet.