Caramel & Pear Blondies
These Caramel & Pear Blondies are the perfect treat for a cozy evening. A buttery base, chunks of dark chocolate and sweet dried pears, topped with spoonfuls of caramel - what more could you want? Let's not forget the aroma of biscuity butter that will fill your kitchen as the blondies bake. Enjoy!
Ah, Caramel & Pear Blondies. If you had to take a guess, what would you say are the two main ingredients? Accurately guessed, you have! Caramel & Pear. Now, who would think of combining those two flavors to make a delicious blondie? Well, that’s exactly what I set out to do, and - believe you me - it’s as delightful as it looks.
Like a perfect duet, these two flavors combine as if it was meant to be. The pears offer a slightly tart element, and the caramel provides the sweet and oozy texture that makes each bite a pleasure. Rich and buttery, and simply teasing with chocolate. Sage advice - don’t expect leftovers.
If you’re feeling in the mood to shower your loved ones with a midnight snack (or just yourself), this is just the one for it. It’s easy, it’s delicious, and it will bring a smile to anyone’s face. Enjoy the Caramel & Pear Blondies, and share the love.
Why You’ll Love This Caramel & Pear Blondies Recipe
These are all the reasons I'm loving this Caramel & Pear Blondies recipe:
The flavor combination is amazing: Caramel and pear make for an unexpectedly delicious pairing, adding sweetness and a hint of tartness to the blondies.
It's simple to make: Despite the fancy-sounding flavor combination, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and requires no special skills or ingredients.
It's a healthier dessert option: With fewer calories and less saturated fat than most desserts, this recipe is a great way to indulge without packing on the pounds.
Caramel & Pear Blondies
These Caramel & Pear Blondies are the perfect treat for a cozy evening. A buttery base, chunks of dark chocolate and sweet dried pears, topped with spoonfuls of caramel - what more could you want? Let's not forget the aroma of biscuity butter that will fill your kitchen as the blondies bake. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 250g unsalted butter, cubed, plus extra for the tin
- 3 large eggs
- 275g light brown soft sugar
- 25g dark brown muscovado sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 200g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 100g dried pears, roughly chopped
- 100g dark chocolate, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp caramel, from a can or jar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm square baking tin.
- Step 2: Place the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and stir it around. Let it simmer for a few minutes, or until it turns a light golden color and has a biscuity aroma. Take it off the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Step 3: Pour the eggs into a large bowl and mix together with the light and dark 'sugars' until blended. Incorporate the melted butter, vanilla extract and salt by whisking.
- Step 4: Incorporate the flour, baking powder, dried pears and the majority of the chocolate chunks with soft strokes, being cautious not to over blend (which will make the blondies heavy).
- Step 5: Distribute the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Scatter the rest of the chocolate and spoonfuls of caramel on top. Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center is covered in sticky crumbs (it shouldn't be saturated). Allow to cool completely in the tin. It will sink slightly, the center should be a bit spongy. Cut into 12 pieces. Keep in a sealed container for up to three days.
