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    Gluten-Free Blondies with White Chocolate Chunks

    January 22, 2021 by Chenée Lewis

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    Best Ever Gluten Free Blondies Recipe with White Chocolate Chunks | Chenée Today

    These brown butter gluten-free blondies are such a treat! They're gluten free, made with almond flour, melted white chocolate, buttery roasted macadamia nuts, and more white chocolate chunks! They're as gooey and fudgy as blondies should be, and best of all, they're gluten free!

    Blondies are definitely one of my favorite types of recipes to share here on the blog. I love how easy they are to make, and how versatile they can be. I've made blondies with raspberries, banana, and pumpkin, and I have plenty more up my sleeve! But these gluten free blondies are a classic. They bring you the tried-and-true flavor combination of vanilla and brown butter, which you may know I'm a huge fan of! So let's get into how to make these delectable little gluten free blondies!

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    Ingredients

    • brown butter - we'll use salted butter, and brown it in a light-colored pan until the milk solids are a rich caramel color. This brings out a nutty flavor and adds an amazing level to these blondies! Check out my How to Brown Butter post for more in-depth instructions!
    • white chocolate - we're using white chocolate in two ways in this gluten free blondies recipe! First, we're melting it into the batter itself, to add a fudgy, chewy richness. Then, we're adding chopped white chocolate chunks in just before baking so that each bite has a burst of sweet white chocolate! I love baking with Ghirardelli baking bars, but as I mention below, they're not labeled gluten free. So feel free to use any white baking chocolate or white chocolate chips that work for you!
    • brown sugar - adds a rich sweetness and chewy texture to these gluten-free blondies!
    • eggs - make sure your eggs are room temperature -- if you're in a rush, place them in lukewarm water for about 15 minutes to help them get to room temperature more quickly.
    • vanilla - make sure you check your label to make sure your pure vanilla extract is gluten free before adding it to your blondies. Or better yet, check out my post on how to make vanilla extract at home with just 2 ingredients!
    • almond flour - I definitely recommend Bob's Red Mill Super-fine Almond Flour for its fine texture that produces a much better result! You can also try this recipe with a 1-to-1 gluten free flour. I haven't tested that yet, but let me know how it works for you!
    • chopped roasted macadamia nuts - you can buy macadamia nuts already roasted, or you can buy them raw and roast them yourself! Just place them on a lined baking sheet and bake them in a 325-degree oven for 10 minutes. Let them cool before adding them to your blondies!
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    Equipment

    This is a super simple recipe, so you won't need much other than a 9x9 square baking pan. I also recommend a light-colored skillet to brown your butter. Check out all the tools I suggest for this recipe here:

    Tips and F.A.Q.

    What's the difference between a brownie and a blondie?

    They're both delicious, but blondies are my favorite! Blondies are basically vanilla brownies. They're a similar texture and made in a similar way to traditional chocolate brownies, but without the cocoa powder or melted chocolate needed to make brownies chocolatey! Also, blondies can come in different flavors, like banana, raspberry, lemon, or these brown butter gluten free blondies!

    Is white chocolate gluten free?

    White chocolate is made from sugar, cocoa butter, milk, and vanilla -- all ingredients that don't contain gluten. So in general, the Ghirardelli white chocolate baking bar that I used for these blondies should be fine for a more casual gluten-free diet -- however! If you are very gluten-sensitive or if you're concerned about cross-contamination, be sure you check your labels for white chocolate baking bars or white chocolate chips marked gluten-free.

    What type of almond flour is best for baking?

    My favorite is Bob's Red Mill. I've used a few different types and noticed big differences in the texture. And even though I did want a bit of almondy texture in these gluten free blondies, I still didn't want them to be too crumbly or mealy. So the Bob's Red Mill Superfine Almond Flour was perfect!

    Can I freeze these gluten free blondies?

    Yes! Just cool them completely and place them in an airtight container. They'll stay fresh in the freezer for up to two months.

    Related Recipes

    If you're loving these gluten free blondies, I have lots more gluten free goodies for you! For a deliciously satisfying gluten free weeknight meal, try my Lemon Shrimp Pasta with Kale. It's so flavorful and simple to make, with a touch of spice from chili flakes.

    And for another amazing gluten-free dessert, you have to try my Gluten-Free Passionfruit Tart with Almond Crust! It's so elegant and perfect for special occasions, with a tart passionfruit curd filling that is just heavenly!

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    Best Ever Gluten Free Blondies Recipe with White Chocolate Chunks | Chenée Today

    Gluten-Free Blondies with White Chocolate and Macadamias

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    Almond flour blondies made with brown butter, toasted macadamias, and creamy white chocolate chunks. These gluten-free blondies are so decadent!
    Prep Time: 25 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 16 blondies
    Calories: 382kcal
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Equipment you may need

    • 9x9 baking pan
    • parchment paper
    • whisk
    • rubber spatula
    • mixing bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons

    Ingredients

    • 1½ cup light brown sugar - packed
    • ¾ cup salted butter - 1 ½ sticks; cubed
    • 2 large eggs - room temperature
    • 1½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract - (check label to ensure it's gluten free)
    • 2 cups super-fine almond flour - (see note)
    • 4 oz white chocolate - chopped; divided
    • ¾ cup roasted macadamia nuts - optional (see note)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal of the blondies. Spray lined pan with baking spray.
    • Melt butter in a light-colored saute pan, stirring frequently, until milk solids separate and begin to turn a deep golden brown. You should smell a nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately and pour the butter into a large heatsafe mixing bowl, scraping all the brown bits along with it.
    • Add half of chopped white chocolate (about ⅓ cup) to the browned butter and stir to melt chocolate until mixture is smooth.
    • Whisk in brown sugar until smooth.
    • Whisk in eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla, mixing after each addition.
    • Stir in almond flour and mix well. Mixture will be thick.
    • Fold in remaining chopped white chocolate and roasted macadamia nuts, if using.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top of the blondies are lightly browned and a toothpick entered into the center of the pan comes out clean. Cool before slicing.

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    Notes

    Almond Flour: For this recipe, I recommend Bob's Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour. There is a real difference in the texture and result achieved depending on the brand and type of almond flour you use, and Bob's Red Mill almond flour has always given me great results!
    How to Roast your Macadamia Nuts: If you can't find roasted macadamia nuts in the supermarket, pick up some raw ones and just toss them on a lined baking sheet. Bake them in a 325-degree oven for about 10 minutes, or until they're lightly browned. Let them cool before adding them to your blondies, and try to resist eating them all before you can use them to bake! They're SO good!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 blondie | Calories: 382 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 18 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Cholesterol: 48 mg | Sodium: 107 mg | Potassium: 122 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 53 g | Calcium: 73 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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    1. Fran

      November 02, 2021 at 9:59 pm

      5 stars
      These are SO good and easy!! Seriously the best texture, especially for gluten free!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        November 09, 2021 at 1:13 pm

        I'm so glad you liked them!

        Reply
    2. Capri

      February 10, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      The white chocolate, the texture, the flavor! Everything about these blondies is absolutely amazing!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 23, 2021 at 12:49 pm

        Thank you for trying them! So glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    3. Tamara

      February 10, 2021 at 7:57 pm

      5 stars
      I was so excited that these were gluten-free. They were so easy to make an absolutely delicious. The white chocolate chip chunks were my favorite part!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 18, 2021 at 10:18 am

        Yes!! White chocolate is so underrated!

        Reply
    4. Jazz

      February 10, 2021 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      This is my favorite cookie in bar form and tastes spot on. Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 11, 2021 at 11:33 pm

        I'm glad you like it! Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Eric & Shanna Jones

      February 08, 2021 at 5:20 pm

      5 stars
      So good, and I loved that they were gluten-free! The texture of the brownies was the best part. 🙂

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        February 09, 2021 at 8:25 am

        I'm glad you liked them! The almond flour adds a great texture.

        Reply
    6. Kaluhi

      February 08, 2021 at 5:07 pm

      5 stars
      This is the most PERFECT gluten-free blondie recipe! They were so soft, so moist and the flavor on point. Hhry were the highlight of my Sunday evening

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        February 09, 2021 at 8:25 am

        So glad to hear it! Thanks!

        Reply
    7. Mila

      February 08, 2021 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      This was SO good. I love blondies and white chocolate chips, and that richness together makes for an amazing treat. Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 18, 2021 at 10:17 am

        I'm so glad you liked them!

        Reply
        • Linda

          January 03, 2022 at 5:39 am

          These were delicious!! I made this twice! The first time I could only find white chocolate chips. They completely melted and disappeared. (Still delicious!). The second time I used while chocolate bars chopped a bit larger than the chips, but still disappeared…Any suggestions?

        • Chenée Lewis

          January 03, 2022 at 1:38 pm

          Good to hear that you liked them! I'm not sure why the white chocolate would have disappeared -- I haven't had that happen before. My first thought would be maybe to pop the white chocolate chunks in the freezer for 10 minutes before adding them to the recipe? Hopefully that helps them stay a bit more intact!

    8. Crystal DaCruz

      February 08, 2021 at 1:56 am

      5 stars
      I love a good blondie and this recipe was everything!! I’ll definitely be making these again !

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 18, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked them!

        Reply
    9. Robin Sparks

      February 06, 2021 at 8:29 pm

      5 stars
      Gluten free and made with macadamia nuts? I'm so in heaven!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 03, 2021 at 6:07 pm

        Thanks! They're SO yummy!

        Reply
    10. Kate

      February 06, 2021 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      These blondies were so delicious! Definitely making them again!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 03, 2021 at 6:10 pm

        I'm glad you liked them!! Thanks!

        Reply
    11. Marta

      February 04, 2021 at 11:23 pm

      5 stars
      I know it sounds crazy, but I get tired of eating chocolate brownies sometimes. These blondies were a great change of pace for dessert last night!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 03, 2021 at 6:07 pm

        It doesn't sound crazy to me! I actually prefer vanilla flavored desserts! I'm glad you enjoyed these 🙂

        Reply
    12. Mireille E Roc

      February 04, 2021 at 12:08 am

      5 stars
      The Macadamias are so buttery. That made all the difference!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        February 09, 2021 at 8:41 am

        I thought so too! Thanks for giving it a try!

        Reply
    13. Britney Brown

      February 03, 2021 at 10:34 pm

      5 stars
      These were the most chewy and delicious blondies I've ever eaten! And those macadamias take this recipe to a whole other level! So delicious!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        February 09, 2021 at 8:41 am

        Thank you so much! I love the flavor and texture the macadamias add to the blondies!

        Reply

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