Toll House Cookie Blonde

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal later.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until smooth and well incorporated.

4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until fully blended.

5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a thick batter forms.

6. Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for a uniform surface.

8. Bake the Toll House Cookie Blonde in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.

9. Once baked, allow the blondie to cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes before using the parchment paper to lift it out onto a cutting board.

10. Cut the blondie into squares or rectangles of your desired size and serve warm for a delectable treat, or let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.