Light Chocolate Chip Blondies with Reduced Butter
These lighter blondies deliver classic brown butter sweetness and chocolate chips while using reduced butter and egg whites for a more Weight Watchers-friendly treat. The soft, chewy bars have golden edges and tender centers packed with mini chocolate chips. Perfect for potlucks, lunch boxes, or when you want dessert without the guilt. The foil-lined pan makes removal easy, and the recipe yields 24 portion-controlled squares.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 13x9 inch baking pan with foil
- 2
Combine salt, flour, and baking powder in a medium mixing bowl
- 3
Beat butter and brown sugar in large bowl until fluffy
- 4
Stir in vanilla and egg whites until combined
- 5
Mix in dry ingredients mixture gradually, alternating with water
- 6
Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed
- 7
Spread batter in prepared baking pan
- 8
Bake 20-25 minutes until golden
- 9
Cool completely on wire rack before cutting into two-inch squares
Tips
Use foil to line the pan for easy removal and clean cutting of blondies.
Don't overbake - blondies should be golden but still slightly soft in center.
Let cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling and get clean squares.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored covered at room temperature.
Serve at room temperature cut into squares.
Common Mistakes
Don't overmix after adding flour to avoid tough blondies.
Use unpacked brown sugar to avoid overly dense bars.
Line pan with foil extending over edges for easy removal.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Gluten-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of mini?
Yes, regular chocolate chips work fine but mini chips distribute more evenly throughout the batter for better chocolate in every bite.
How long do these blondies keep?
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week for best quality and texture.
Can I freeze these blondies?
Yes, wrap individual squares or the whole pan tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.