Soft, chewy, buttery, and bursting with juicy strawberry flavor, these Strawberry Blondies are what dessert dreams are made of. They're everything you love about a blondie - with a fresh, fruity twist that makes them perfect for spring, summer, or whenever your sweet tooth kicks in.
You know those desserts that feel like sunshine dipped in sugar? That's exactly what these Strawberry Blondies are. They're the kind of treat that makes you look like you tried way harder than you actually did (we love that), and they deliver on flavor in a big way.
I whipped these up on a lazy Sunday with a pint of strawberries that needed to be used - and I haven't stopped baking them since.
Helpful Tips
Pat your strawberries dry before adding them to the batter. This helps avoid excess moisture, which can make your blondies turn out gummy or underbaked in the center. A quick press between paper towels does the trick.
Let the blondies cool completely before cutting into them, even if you're tempted (and believe me, you will be). This helps them set up properly and gives you those clean, bakery-style edges when slicing.
Line your pan with parchment paper and leave a bit of overhang so you can lift the whole slab out after baking. It makes for much easier slicing and cleanup - no stuck corners or crumbling bars.
If you're adding a glaze or frosting, make sure the blondies are totally cool first - otherwise, that beautiful glaze will melt into a sticky mess instead of sitting prettily on top.
Variations to Try
- 🍋 Strawberry-Lemon Blondies - Add lemon zest for a bright citrus pop.
- 🤍 White Chocolate Strawberry Blondies - Fold in ½ cup white chocolate chips.
- 🌾 Oatmeal Strawberry Blondies - Add ½ cup quick oats for a heartier texture.
- 🌱 Gluten-Free Option - Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Storing & Freezing
To store: Once your strawberry blondies are fully cooled, you can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If your kitchen runs warm or you're using a glaze, it's best to store them in the fridge - they'll stay fresh and fudgy for about 5 days. Just let them come back to room temp before serving so the texture softens up again.
To freeze: These blondies freeze beautifully! Wrap individual bars tightly in plastic wrap, then pop them into a freezer-safe zip-top bag or container. They'll keep for up to 2 months. When you're ready to eat, just thaw them on the counter for an hour or give them a quick 10-second zap in the microwave for that fresh-baked softness.
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Recipe
Strawberry Blondies
Equipment
- 9" x 9" baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries about 18-20 medium berries, hulled and quartered
- ½ cup butter melted and cooled
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips melted, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F, line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment paper, and set aside.
- Place strawberries in a food processor. Blend the strawberries until smooth.
- Transfer strawberry purée to a small sauce pan and heat over medium-low heat. Strawberries should start to simmer and thicken.
- Allow strawberry mixture to simmer about 10-15 minutes or until reduced by about half. You want your strawberry purée to have a thick, jammy texture.
- Remove strawberry mixture from heat and allow to cool. Then transfer to a large bowl and whisk together with butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix together until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the strawberry mixture. Stir until the batter is smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
- Melt the chocolate chips by microwaving in 30 second increments in a small microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle over the top of the brownies. (This step is optional.)
- Cut brownies into squares and serve. You can store your brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition details are an estimate, per serving.
Ellen says
Super easy and fun to make. Made them with my daughter.