Caramel Walnut Blondies

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Craving sweet decadence led to this marriage of buttery bars and creamy caramel. A sprinkle of walnuts adds just the right crunch in every bite.

Ingredients:

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

– 1 cup brown sugar, packed

– 1 egg

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 1 cup all-purpose flour

– 1/4 teaspoon salt

– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)

– 1 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)

1. Preheat oven:

– Set oven to 350°F (175°C).

– Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.

2. Make the batter:

– In a mixing bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until combined.

– Stir in egg and vanilla.

– Add flour and salt, mixing until just incorporated.

– Fold in chopped walnuts.

3. Assemble in pan:

– Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan.

– Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the batter, then spoon the remaining batter on top (it’s okay if some caramel peeks through).

4. Bake:

– Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft.

– A toothpick inserted may come out with a bit of caramel but no raw batter.

5. Chill and serve:Allow bars to cool fully in order to solidify the caramel.Cut into squares and savor the luscious sweetness.