I recently made the most irresistible bar cookies, and self-control was not in the cards. These Chocolate Pecan Blondie Bars are everything you want in a dessert; rich, gooey, and loaded with melty chocolate, with just the right amount of crunch from the pecans and a light dusting of fleur de sel.
But here’s the best part, they come together in one bowl, in a matter of minutes, and since they fill a 9×13 baking dish, there is plenty to share. A batch of my Chocolate Pecan Blondie Bars is perfect for a party, potluck, or just a casual Thursday night when you need a little something to soothe that sweet tooth. Believe me, I get it!
The process could not be easier. Start by creaming the butter and sugar together, until it’s pale and fluffy. Next add eggs, vanilla and almond extracts, followed by the dry ingredients. Fold in plenty of chocolate chips and pecans, spread this batter into your baking dish, and sprinkle with fleur de sel. Pop it in the oven and brace yourself, the smell alone is enough to make you weak in the knees.
Fair warning, these Blondie Bars have a way of disappearing quickly, so if you want leftovers, I suggest a good hiding spot!
Chocolate Pecan Blondie Bars
1 cup butter softened
2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 large eggs
2 ½ cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until incorporated, add vanilla and almond extract. In a separate bowl, mix flour soda, and salt well. Add dry mixture to mixing bowl slowly beating to combine. Once all the flour is incorporated add the chocolate and nuts to the batter and mix well. Spread the batter into a greased 9×13 glass baking dish. Sprinkle the pinch of fleur de sel over the top and bake for 34-40 minutes until the edges are browned and the center is set.
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